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.

**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/inventoring 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 degree ideally in Biology or related field
- Proficiency in the use of computers linked to technical equipment and in general office software (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Rigour, 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 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 written and spoken French and English.
- Additional fluency in German would be an asset.

**In Short...**:

- Contract type : Fixed-term contract (CDD)
- Contract duration : 12 months
- Location : rue Louis Rech 1 - 3555 DUDELANGE
- Start date : 01/02/2025
- Ref : JA/BRT1124/SC/BIOREP

**How to apply**:
Applications including a letter detailing your motivation and a curriculum vitae should be sent through our website.