Senior Repository Technician

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking a Senior Repository Technician to work onsite in Manassas, VA. 

The Senior Repository Technician supports warehouse tasks involving inventory management, storage, retrieval, and shipping of biological materials for commercial and government clients. This role will expose you to the biorepository industry standards. This role will expose you to the biorepository industry standards.  Shipping or warehouse experience could make you a great candidate for this job! 

Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory and Material Handling: Monitor and maintain temperature-controlled storage systems, ensure inventory organization, and wear proper PPE (personal protective equipment) while obtaining biomaterials from repository freezers.  
• Customer Service and Operations Coordination: Partner with customer care to resolve customer inquiries and complaints, while processing incoming shipments, preparing samples for shipment, and stock replenishment. 
• Organization and Documentation: Manage inventory and maintain biological materials in proper cold chain environment (196°C (-321°F) degrees to 29°C (85°F) degrees) through the monitoring of storage systems, freezers and tanks. Performing functions following standard operating procedures, systematic data entry, and performing good documentation practices (GDP) and maintaining cGMP standards. 
• Repository Leadership: Mentor and train associate repository technicians to develop their skills and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team. 

Qualifications

• • • High School diploma or equivalent experience with 5+ years of relevant experience 
    • Some prior experience working with biological material in a life-science warehouse, shipping/handling, or inventory environment  
    • Ability to train or mentor other team members 
    • Attention to detail (for batch or lot numbers and item number differentiation and counting) 
    • ERP or inventory management system experience (ATCC uses AX or BSI) 
    • Ability to learn and follow quality control/assurance procedures 
    • Effective communication in English (both verbal and written), strong organizational skills 

Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $48,000 to $55,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.

We Invest in You 

• Health & Wellness: 
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & AD&D
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
• Financial security: 
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development.  We're a mission focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, championing diversity and inclusivity. When you work at ATCC, you become a part of that mission, one we've committed to for almost 100 years. Shape the future of science with us. 

ATCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.