Technical Support Scientist

Company: Charles River Laboratories
Location: Charleston
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

For nearly 70 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work e perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Responsible for testing procedures in RSE/CSE testing, contract Testing and associated support functions related to daily operations of the Technical Service Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform RSE/CSE ratio determination/analysis and maintain appropriate records for use in final report/protocol.
• Perform routine contract testing for customers.
• Assist with LAL testing as needed for special studies as assigned encompassing a full range of LAL techniques, gel-clot, kinetic, endpoint and PTS.
• Responsible for performing IQ,OQ,PQ of equipment such as Tecan, Biotek, PTS and maintains appropriate documents.
• Responsible for preparing and stocking supplies associated with duties.
• Responsible for proficiency in all SOPs in areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for documentation as required by company policy, cGMP and FDA.
• Responsible for proper cleaning and maintenance of the Technical Service laboratory and associated equipment and adherence to established safety procedures.
• Performs seasonal duties associated with processing crude LAL.
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Associates degree in chemistry, microbiology, biology, or MLT Medical Lab Technology and 3 years related experience.
  • Advanced computer and math literacy required.
  • Specific in-house training will be provided and maintained on the employee training record.
  • Some travel may be required.
    About Microbial Solutions
    Our Microbial Solutions business group has a comprehensive portfolio of endotoxin testing, microbial detection and microbial identification products and services is unlike any other, and has been purposefully designed to meet the complex and ever-changing needs of the industry. We help clients to ensure product safety and quality with easy-to-use yet robust testing solutions that satisfy regulatory requirements, support critical decision making and improve operational efficiencies.

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