What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at BD?
Job Description Summary
Job Description
We are the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
Summary:
The Quality Laboratory Technician is responsible to the Laboratory Supervisor and/or Group Leader for applying scientific principles to assigned tasks, maintaining lab supplies, following specific prep labels to make various DCM media. Running various lab equipment such as pH meters, scales and autoclaves. Work independently and as a team to complete daily prep tasks.
General Duties:
Check ROH availability and order as necessary, (peptone; dyes, & chemicals etc)
Maintain inventory control of reagents, supplements
Provide support with inventory control of reference standards
Bio-hazardous Waste handling
Prepare various types of Media – Agars & Broths
Maintain inventory of prep area supplies – tubes, glassware, sample containers, weigh boats etc.
Pull materials to be weighed – staging
Wash glassware
Run Autoclaves and pH meters
Communicate with Supervisor for equipment/product issues
Follow prep sheets for exact weighing and preparing of media
Monthly water bath & pH meters maintenance
Maintain stock media and Water blanks
Keep Prep lab GMP compliant and audit ready
Cooking media on burners
Following proper PPE and aseptic technique
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge / skills:
Full time in the lab position
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Problem solving abilities within a fast-paced environment
Must follow written and verbal communication and be able to communicate effectively with others.
Must have good organizational skills and be able to multi-task.
Must be capable of thinking independently and have a great attention to detail.
Capable of math skills
Operates under minimal supervision and schedules own work within the team. Communicates well with others - questions to be referred to Microbiologists, Group Leaders and/or Supervisor
Must be able to handle a fast-paced work environment and be on your feet most of the day
Education:
Associates degree or BS/BA in related field preferred. Typical degree in Biological Sciences and/or Microbiology. No experience required.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
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Primary Work Location
USA MD - Sparks - 39 Loveton CircleAdditional Locations
Work Shift
US BD 1st Shift 630am-3pm (United States of America)