Laboratory Operation Assistant I (Brisbane)

Manages the chain of custody of samples from receiving to disposal; manages the laboratory inventory and maintains the security, compliance, and confidentiality of the sample storage facility.

Participate in the preparation of samples and solutions for tertiary laboratory analysis.

Responsible for the receipt, storage, retrieval and disposal of study samples, according to company SOPs.

Work with lab personnel, sponsors, and sample sites to identify and resolve sample discrepancies.

    Ensure that all sample information is handled with the highest level of confidentiality.

Maintain and update the laboratory inventories, including chemical reagents, consumables and reference materials.

Liaise with vendors to coordinate equipment maintenance, obtain quotations, raise purchase requests and follow-up on service delivery.

Maintain the security of the sample storage facility.

Ensure all freezers/fridges are working properly and maintained according to SOPs and PM schedule.

Maintain the temperature & humidity monitoring software as per SOPs.

Support internal/external audits, as needed.

Packing and dispatching items to other laboratories and sponsors as needed.

Carry out routine calibration and maintenance of basic equipment. 

Assist in laboratory and office supplies ordering.

Undertake administrative tasks such as entering data, filing and scanning.

Assists with any additional tasks based on business or departmental needs, as assigned by management.

·     High school diploma with at least one year of relevant work experience or higher, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as deemed appropriate by management.

·     Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

·     Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·     Detail oriented and responsible.

·     Ability to work effectively in a team as well as work independently.

·     Strong collaboration, time management, and organizational skills.

·     Good Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel).

·     Experience with sample handling in an industrial laboratory.

·     Good understanding of GLP (FDA, EMA and OECD) and GCP regulations (as applicable), as well as 21 CFR Part 11 (electronic records and electronic signatures).

     Experience with Laboratory Information Management System for sample handling.