Core Technician I

Job Title:     Core Technician I 

Location:     Houston, TX, 77047 

Duration:     6 Months    

Job Type:    Contract    

Work Type: Onsite 

Job Description: 
 

Summary:  

The Environmental Monitoring (EM) Core Technician will be responsible for conducting EM tasks in support of production and aseptic processing of clinical grade products. 

 The core tech will also be responsible for maintaining, stocking, and set-up of clean room environment. 

Duties: 

Participates in the Environmental Monitoring process as part of GMP production of viral therapies 

Cell culture and product purification using aseptic technique when required 

Coordinates EM equipment needs with QC EM team for Manufacturing processes 

Drafting, completion and revision of manufacturing documents including Batch Records and EM forms 

Buffer and component preparation including operation of steam autoclave 

Operation of manual, semi-automated and automated equipment in support of routine clinical production 

Operating Environmental monitoring equipment such as Solairs, ApexZ50, active counters 

Skills: 

Aseptic technique and experience in cell culture and serological methods preferred 

Able to pass Class 10,000 gowning qualification 

Computer software skills including Microsoft Office, organization skills, recordkeeping skills, ability to manage multiple projects, time management skills. 

Written and oral communication skills, team oriented, independent work skills, strong work ethic 

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences preferred. Basic Lab experience with a Bachelor's degree or Intermediate Lab experience within a cGMP clinical production environment and a High School Diploma. 

Lab experience preferred. 

1-3 Years Experience