Biomedical Technician - Biobank Core

Company: CEDARS-SINAI
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: March 4, 2025

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Biobank Core is looking for a Biomedical Specialist to join the team!The Biobank and Research Pathology Resource provides high-quality biospecimens and equips researchers with instrumentation, expertise, and flexible methodologies for biobanking, histology, research pathology, microscopy, and image analytics. To learn more please visit Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?The Biobank Core Biomedical Technician participates in wet- and dry- laboratory projects and may execute tasks requiring compliance with all Federal and State accrediting agency requirements and/or GLP. Responsible for assigned wet lab work, lab maintenance, and writing and recording controlled documents. Performs all activities strictly according to SOPs, with accurate documentation, and may assist the quality control team with required testing activities. Installs and maintains laboratory equipment to ensure proper functioning of devices. Assists in addressing complex issues and troubleshooting.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of process development tasks for multiple clients following standard operating procedures that will be different for each project based on the type of work.
• Writes and maintains good documentation in laboratory notebooks, data records/transfers, SOPs, and batch records.
• Drafts standard operating procedures and maintains computer database.
• Verifies samples received, logs samples into systems, and may transport to the appropriate environment within the facility for storage following SOPs.
• Performs lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
• Maintains lab equipment and related records.
• Prepares and maintains material inventories, and places orders for equipment and supplies.
• Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.
• Ensures all activities comply with regulatory guidelines and safety standards, as appropriate. Interacts with core laboratory customers with professionalism and respect and communicates effectively with the customers.Department-Specific Responsibilities:
  • Supports service tasks and resource-building tasks in the areas of biobank, histology, microscopy, and image analytics.
  • Assists the team leader and director in the documentation of user service tasks.
  • Be flexible in supporting other tasks relevant to the BRP mission.
    QualificationsEducation:
    • Associate Degree in biology, biochemistry, or related science or engineering specialization is required. Bachelor Degree is preferred.Experience & Skills:
      • One (1) year of laboratory experience with biomedical equipment, such as maintenance and/or testing, is required. Two (2) years is preferred.
      • Must have superior interpersonal, communication, organization skills, and the ability to work across company disciplines and functional units, and computer application experience.
      • Knowledge of regulatory requirements including Federal, FDA, State, and accrediting agency requirements.
      • Familiar with routine laboratory procedures, experimental protocols, and overall lab organization.
      • Knowledge of specialized equipment.
      • Ability to use databases. Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited, to Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
      • Responds to emergency calls in order to troubleshoot malfunctions of equipment and able to correct the problem quickly.
      • Collaborates to solve problems and make decisions to achieve desired outcomes.
      • Establishes effective working relationships with cross-functional team(s).
      • Responds timely, effectively, and appropriately to deliverables.
        About UsCedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
        About the TeamCedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
        Req ID : 6255
        Working Title : Biomedical Technician - Biobank Core
        Department : BMS - General
        Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
        Job Category : Academic / Research
        Job Specialty : Biomanufacturing
        Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
        Primary Shift : Day
        Shift Duration : 8 hour
        Base Pay : $29.87 - $46.30

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