Biobank Technician

The Biobank Technician is responsible for logistics, handling and documentation of samples entering, stored and exiting IBBL. Under the supervision of the Biorepository Team Leader, s/he is also responsible for the biorepository area, its equipment, organization and compliance with quality system requirements.

**_1A-B, rue Thomas Edison, Strassen L-1445, Luxembourg_**
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**30/01/2024 11:44:42****:
**Key Accountabilities**:

- Perform a full range of operations in the biorepository: Management of biological samples, i.e.: reception, storage, retrieval, destruction / Production and assembling of collection kits / Quality control of incoming specimens and data / Consumables ordering and stock management / Recording/inventorying all samples in LIMS or other tools / Packing and shipping in compliance with applicable regulations / Management and use of environmental monitoring system / Management of IBBL storage devices including content inventories.
- Participate in the writing of Work Instructions, Standard Operating Instructions, Nonconformity reports etc.
- Ensure compliance of biorepository operations and equipment with QMS.
- Communicate with staff at clinical and research sites to ensure safety and regulatory compliance, quality control and smooth transfer of samples and data.
- Perform other related duties as required.

**KEY SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Bachelor's degree ideally in Biology or a related field
- Proficiency in the use of computers linked to technical equipment and in general office software (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Rigor, attention, high level of accuracy, and autonomy.
- Written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to manage flexible missions (multitasks and multi-priorities).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-building spirit.

**considered as assets***:

- Previous work experience in one of the following environments: an accredited environment / a blood bank or clinical laboratory / a general laboratory.
- Experience in clinical trials.
- Experience with biological samples’ logistics.

**language skills**:

- Fluent in written and spoken French and English.
- Additional fluency in German would be an asset.

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**IN SHORT**:

- ** Contract type**: 2-year fixed-term contract
- ** Work hours**: Full-Time
- ** Location**: Dudelange
- ** Start date**: ASAP
- ** Ref**: JA/BRT0124/SMN/BIOREP

**HOW TO APPLY***:
**Applications including a cover letter and a**
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**GENDER EQUALITY***:
**The LIH is an equal opportunities employer.**

**We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.**
**The LIH is attentive to gender representation among its leadership staff and aims to eliminate obstacles to the recruitment and promotion of female leaders and their career development.