Biorepository Technician

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for completing daily workflow tasks in one or more of the functional service areas of NMDP Biorepository Services.

This includes demonstrating knowledge of systems and business processes, independent work, good customer service, and additional competencies.

Supports achievement of business unit and department goals through job accountabilities below.Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for completing daily workflow tasks in one or more of the functional service areas of NMDP Biorepository Services.

This includes demonstrating knowledge of systems and business processes, independent work, good customer service, and additional competencies.

Supports achievement of business unit and department goals through job accountabilities below.Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:


* Basic word processing, spreadsheet, and database software skills

Ability to:


* Perform laboratory procedures for handling biological specimens


* Perform work with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills


* Communicate well by verbal, written, email and telephone means


* Provide good customer service


* Collaborate with good interpersonal skills


* Manage time efficiently to maximize the productivity of one or more business units


* Demonstrate NMDP's Values

Education and/or Experience:


* Bachelor's degree in a biological sciences discipline, including laboratory coursework


* Upon evaluation, equivalent related post-high school biological/medical laboratory work experience and/or education may be substituted for the degree requirement


* Experience handling biological materials

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (Additional qualifications that may make a person even more effective in the role, but are not required for consideration)


* Education including chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and/or cell biology


* One to two years laboratory or other related work experience


* Biological/medical laboratory work experience