Laboratory Facilities Technician - AmplifyBio : Job Details

Are you passionate about significantly improving the future of medicine? Do you believe that people are the most important asset of any company? If so, join AmplifyBio!AmplifyBio is a leading contract research organization with a comprehensive range of services that span from being an outsourcing partner for discovery stage R&D work, a preclinical CRO performing safety efficacy and toxicology studies for small molecules and advanced therapies alike, and, most recently, an expansion into manufacturing services for cell, gene, and mRNA-based therapeutics.The AmplifyBio ecosystem is comprised of three distinct business units: ADOC (South San Francisco, CA)- Amplify's Discovery, Optimization, and Characterization laboratories: ASET (West Jefferson, OH) - Amplify's Safety, Efficacy, and Toxicology Site; and the most recently opened AMEC (New Albany, OH) - Amplify's Manufacturing Enablement Center. About ASET West Jefferson, OH: AmplifyBio's safety, efficacy, and toxicology unit (ASET) was launched as a preclinical CRO that spun out of Battelle in 2021 to address the changing needs of commercial organizations developing modern therapeutics. AmplifyBio brings decades of experience to accommodate a wide variety of GLP and non-GLP studies in all in vivo models and dose routes. Among the investments that AmplifyBio has made to empower preclinical assessments of advanced therapies is building a new state-of-the-art analytical laboratory to include molecular and immunological assays that assess critical safety and efficacy indicators for cell and gene therapies during preclinical studies AmplifyBio is currently seeking to hire a Laboratory Facilities Technician to join our growing team!AmplifyBio offers a staff of highly trained scientist and technicians, and state of the art facilities to support our clients' toxicology, Gene and Cell Therapies, and inhalation research programs. The Laboratory Facilities Technician will support and maintain our Life Science Research (LSR) and Vivarium facilities.What You'll Do Here:Provide cage wash sanitizing service to support to multiple groups.Power washing equipment prior to processing through automated washing equipment.Emptying soiled bedding, washing, and refilling cages with clean bedding.Collection of equipment and sorting according to currently facility needs.Thorough cleaning of rooms including soaking with detergents and scrubbing with brushes.Assist with checking out and collection of equipment to and from multiple groups.Provide basic custodial services necessary for a large building.Sweeping and mopping floors.Cleaning laboratory spaces and replenishing paper products.Adheres to all SOPs regarding Health & Safety operation of the cage wash area and machinery and GLP recording of maintenance records.Candidate should exhibit sufficient technical knowledge to perform routine assignments and demonstrate ability to operate basic equipment and follow standard procedures.Demonstrate the ability to perform standard as well as non-standard tasks under close supervision and guidance of more experienced staff.Keeps supervisor informed regularly on status of work.Candidate will be involved in other tasks related to facility work that might include preventive maintenance work, basic MEP repairs, as well as primary responsibilities on necessary tasks as delegated.We Would Love to Hear from You If: Associates degree in related field or equivalent experience.Demonstrated work ethic, team-first mentality, and the ability to complete multiple tasks by the conclusion of every day showing flexibility, time management and multi-tasking skills.Ability to frequently bend and stoop.Undergo a pre-employment physical.Pre-employment drug screening.Must be able to lift 50 lbs. to waist level and 25 lbs. to shoulder level.Must be able to be on feet for most of the work shift.Must be willing to be cross trained in other tasks within LSR.Uses proper record keeping documenting work activities.Must be willing to work in a biosafety level 2 (BSL2) environment and able to wear appropriate respiratory protection.Ability to work flexible locations, shifts, Holidays, and weekends as needed.At AmplifyBio, we're committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within our company and industry. This is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives across our organization.AmplifyBio is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law. Why You Will Love Working Here:We take the health and happiness of our employees seriously and consistently evaluate new ways to Amp up our benefits to provide an amazing place to work. From a wellness program (did we mention we have an onsite gym with state-of-the-art equipment and ping pong table?), to financial planning and legal assistance, we make sure to take care of our own.Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day at AmplifyBio!Competitive Compensation PackageWe take work-life balance seriously and we back it up with a FLEXIBLE PTO policy!Generous paid parental leaveWellness and Self-Care Programs401(k) matchTuition ReimbursementEAP/work-life support systemA fun work environment where everyone's voice matters!We are just getting started! More benefits on the way!An Opportunity to Change the World!!!When you join our team, you will be a part of groundbreaking work while collaborating with our clients, research scientists, study directors, lab technicians, and specialists across a variety of disciplines. The future for AmplifyBio is as great as the combination of our imaginations and actions, and we hold ourselves accountable for our choices and results. We have a bias for action, excellence, and, especially, the health and safety of our employees.