THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a detail-oriented temporary technician to support a large-scale biobank inventory audit. The role involves systematic physical verification of frozen biological samples and real-time reconciliation against digital records in Benchling.
This is a highly process-driven role requiring precision, consistency, and strict adherence to sample handling protocols to ensure data integrity and sample traceability.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- ✓Perform physical inventory of biobank samples across freezers, shelves, racks, drawers, boxes, and vial positions
- ✓Retrieve, handle, and return sample boxes under cold-chain conditions using dry ice
- ✓Scan vial barcodes and verify sample identity against Benchling or LIMS records
- ✓Accurately assign, verify, and update sample storage locations (freezer, shelf, rack, box, and position) within the system
- ✓Log discrepancies, including missing, mislabeled, or mismatched samples, in an exception log
- ✓Maintain strict chain-of-custody and sample integrity throughout handling
- ✓Accession clinical, biofluid, and cell samples into LIMS databases as needed
- ✓Complete daily inventory logs and end-of-day reporting (progress, exceptions, status)
- ✓Adhere to SOPs for safe handling, PPE use, biosafety, and freezer access
- ✓Other duties, as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- ✓1–3+ years of laboratory, biobank, sample management, or similar operational experience
- ✓Familiarity with Benchling is a plus
- ✓Experience handling biological samples under appropriate biosafety guidelines
- ✓Familiarity with cold chain logistics and electronic sample databases (LIMS)
- ✓Strong attention to detail with proven ability to maintain accurate records and identify discrepancies
- ✓Excellent record-keeping skills with a strong commitment to data accuracy
- ✓Comfortable following structured workflows with minimal deviation
- ✓Ability to perform repetitive, high-accuracy tasks for extended periods
- ✓Comfortable sitting and standing for extended periods during sample handling activities
- ✓Ability to lift and move boxes and work in freezer environments