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Scientific Technician

Knoxville, TN 37932

Posted: 10/04/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 614539 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target PR Range: 21-27/hr
*Depending on experience

Performs specific procedures for the screening and controlling of material used in the processing, manufacture and distribution of blood and plasma products. Conducts complex, analytical or specialized testing, assuring all applicable regulatory authority requirements are met

Responsibilities:
  • Independently performs, interprets, and troubleshoots laboratory procedures related to unit and/or donor suitability testing and other assays as required. Develops proficiency in laboratory information systems and workflow of samples
  • Performs routine analytical testing using manual and automated methods and procedures. Analyzes test results against set controls
  • Completes maintenance and quality control per standard operating procedures. Works within the current cGMP guidelines and adheres to all regulatory standards within the Lab.
  • Shares information with internal contacts with common desire to reach a solution
  • Follows all safety regulations, EHS policies and rules. Maintains clean, safe work environment
  • Operates analytical instrumentation and technical laboratry equipment. Performs and documents troubleshooting and calibration of instructions. Performs and documents routine preventative maintenance of assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure. Notifies Supervisor of unresolved instrument issues
  • Other job-related duties as assigned, including training in multiple departments.
Requirements:
  • Medical Lab Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT), licensure in the state of Tennessee preferred
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
  • Two years of related experience preferred
  • Requires intermediate to strong computer skills
  • Communicates effectively within the department and with other lab departments

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.

Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.