Job Specifications
Job Title: Laboratory Technician – Pre-Clinical Vector Manufacturing
Location: Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC 27709
Duration: 12-month contract
Job Summary
The Laboratory Technician, Pre-Clinical Vector Manufacturing, supports routine laboratory operations related to the manufacturing of research-grade recombinant Adeno-Associated Virus (rAAV) vectors within the company. Reporting to the Vector Manufacturing Team Lead, this role plays a key part in maintaining laboratory readiness and supporting early-stage gene therapy programs, capsid technology development, and intellectual property initiatives.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Prepare buffers and solutions in accordance with established SOPs
Monitor and maintain buffer, solution, and reagent inventory levels to support daily laboratory operations
Monitor biohazardous and liquid waste containers; coordinate timely disposal with facilities waste management
Clean and maintain laboratory spaces and equipment (biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, etc.) before and after manufacturing runs
Clean, stock, and manage labware inventory to ensure operational readiness
Operate autoclaves in compliance with established procedures
Assist with routine operation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment
Perform weekly water system sampling and submit samples for analytical testing
Support production activities, including buffer aliquoting, system setup, plasmid staging, and reconciliation
Assist with sample chain of custody, including logging, tracking, and transferring samples to analytical teams
Support shipment and receipt of materials between sites, including documentation and sample preparation
Adhere strictly to laboratory safety standards, environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines, and waste disposal procedures
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Collect data as needed and assist with preparation for analysis and interpretation
Perform additional laboratory duties as assigned
Required Education & Experience
Associate’s degree in Biotechnology, Biopharmaceutical Technology, Engineering, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field
Minimum of 2+ years of relevant laboratory or biological manufacturing experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Strong knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and compliance requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory environment
Preferred Experience & Skills
Familiarity with upstream or downstream bioprocessing operations, including cell culture, centrifugation, depth filtration, tangential-flow filtration (TFF), or chromatography
Hands-on experience with BSL-2 microbial and/or mammalian cell culture
Experience using Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN) or Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to follow detailed instructions and strictly adhere to established procedures
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams
Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and quality mindset
Experience maintaining documentation in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
About the Company
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