AR&D Lab Technician - TEMP - (1 Month assignment with possible opportunity to become permanent) - Tris Pharma

Tris Pharma, Inc. (www.trispharma.com) is a leading privately-owned biopharmaceutical company in the U.S. with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines that address unmet patient needs. We have more than 150 US and International patents including applications and have marketed several branded and generic products in the U.S., have licensed our products in the US and international markets, and have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.

Our science and technology make us unique, but it is our team members that set us apart; they are the engine that fuels Tris’ passion and innovation. Tris colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company’s success. But of equal importance to each member of the team is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other, and we believe in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success. 

Our Analytical R&D laboratory located in our Monmouth Junction, NJ headquarters has an immediate need for a 

Full-Time, TEMPORARY Lab Technician. This is an approximate 1 Month assignment with possible opportunity to become permanent

Summary

The Analytical Research and Development (ARD) Lab Technician supports the ARD department to ensure their daily functioning. Adhering strictly to company policies and current industry standards, the incumbent cleans and organizes ARD lab areas and laboratory glassware and routinely inspects and disposes of lab chemicals and test samples.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Primary duties/responsibilities

• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and state, federal and local laws 
• Cleans laboratory glassware on a regular basis to ensure sufficient supply for routine lab work without any contamination
• Cleans and organizes ARD lab areas
• Places laboratory supply orders and maintains inventory of laboratory supplies, materials and reagents; Routinely checks lab expired samples, reagents, solutions to ensure proper disposition
• Performs purified water sampling and submits water samples for micro testing
• Supports coordination of lab testing paperwork and sample life cycle within lab, as needed
• Properly records all processes and results in appropriate laboratory notebook or records in a timely fashion as required by SOPs
• Performs other lab related supporting activities, as needed

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

Minimum education and years of relevant work experience

High School diploma or equivalent and 0-5 years experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology analytical laboratory OR Associate Degree and 0-2 years experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology analytical laboratory. 

Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required

• Strong record keeping ability
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety and environmental policies, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, etc.
• Basic PC skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast paced, matrixed, team environment 
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)

Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates preferred

Knowledge of cGMP, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and guidances

Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package.  To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc.  Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.