Laboratory Technician Newport 2023

We are one company, but we operate under two different corporate brand names. We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA in the United States, Canada & Puerto Rico. We are known as MSD everywhere else. 

The Role

The Laboratory Technician has the following responsibilities:

• Perform support tasks related to the processing and analysis of test specimens.
• Accurately complete assigned duties in a timely manner.
• Responsible for logging and scanning of samples to proprietary applications/databases, updating task management system, initial quality controls and appropriate storage of samples.
• Be accountable for processing sample data received from clients and monitoring data completeness feeding back to the Technical Account Executive.
• Responsible for receiving and cataloguing supplies including reagents and chemicals into the lab.
• Perform in-house Quality measurements and calibration of scientific equipment.
• Perform cell lysis utilising multichannel micropipettes and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare reagents and maintain reagent/chemical stock levels.
• Ensure product quality by performing in-process checks, complying with current good lab practices, being alert for any deviation to a process, and participating on quality improvement projects.
• Performs documentation necessary to allow proper accountability and traceability of product in an ISO17025 environment.
• Conduct appropriate work in accordance with applicable and established SOPs, applicable regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• Prepare all necessary reagents and consumables required for sample processing.
• Utilise light microscope, dissects muscle fibers from animal tissue.
• Dispose of samples in accordance with SOPs and local and national guidelines.
• Lead the process for maintaining customer stock levels and shipments between Company labs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by performing tasks in an organized and consistent fashion.
• Team-oriented, value workplace collaboration, and can work with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail; A demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions precisely.
• Take ownership of personal training and learning to develop skills to continuously improve.
• Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as needed to improve job skills.
• Any other duties that are in-keeping with the role as appropriate.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Science or relevant field.
• Strong pipetting skills and experience.
• Experience and comfort level working with chemicals in a lab setting.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills to convey and receive information.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.