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Duration: 12 Months contract
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 /hr on W2
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (flexibility available upon completion of training)
Professional Summary:
- The Columbia R&D Operations Lab Support role is a hands-on position within a professional laboratory environment, focused on supporting the cleaning, upkeep, and operational readiness of fermenter systems through routine cleaning and preventive maintenance activities.
- This role emphasizes adherence to safety standards and standard work documents to ensure reliable, compliant, and efficient lab operations.
- In addition to core equipment support, the position plays a key role in maintaining overall laboratory functionality by executing autoclave sterilization and validation cycles, supporting facilities operations, and ensuring proper inventory management and supply availability.
- Success in this role requires strong teamwork and collaboration with cross-functional partners, attention to detail, and a proactive commitment to fostering a safe, organized, and high-performing laboratory environment.
General Requirements
- Standard work hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (flexibility available upon completion of training)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and standard work documents
- Education: High school diploma not required
Roles and Responsibilities
- Lab Technicians are responsible for following established processes and executing tasks as directed by the onsite Columbia R&D Operations Manager while maintaining a safe and professional laboratory environment.
Cleaning Services
- Clean and maintain laboratory glassware
- Perform thorough cleaning of fermenters (vessels and headplates)
- Clean and sanitize laboratory equipment
- Maintain general lab cleanliness to support a safe, organized, and compliant workspace
Fermenter Maintenance
- Support routine preventive maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance
- Perform tubing replacement as required
- Assist with seal assembly and impeller replacement
- Conduct pressure relief valve testing and replacement
- Perform probe calibration
Site Support Services
- Provide operational support across the site, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams:
- Autoclave Operations: Execute sterilization cycles, perform validation of autoclave processes, and conduct kill-run cycles to ensure effective decontamination and compliance with operational standards
- Facilities Support: Partner with the Facilities team to perform routine inspections and reconcile stockroom inventory, ensuring accuracy, organization, and operational readiness
- Restock laboratory supplies to maintain appropriate inventory levels
- Support bulk autoclave cycles as needed
- Assist with consumables ordering and inventory tracking
- Perform additional duties as assigned based on operational needs
Core Competencies
- Strong commitment to safety and adherence to SOPs
- Attention to detail and ability to follow standardized processes
- Teamwork and collaboration across departments
- Organizational skills and ability to maintain a clean, efficient work environment
- Reliability and proactive approach to supporting lab operations
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Experience:
- Laboratory: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Columbia, MD 21045 (Required)
Work Location: In person
