Operations Specialist

• Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences is hiring entry level candidates for several positions for contract research in Clinical trials of drugs, biologics and medical devices.
• We have a few immediate job opportunities available in Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Research field. We work with University hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and recruiting partners.

Job Description:
The Operations Specialist I is a multi-functional role, responsible for inventory control of materials and finished goods, formulation, packaging, and order fulfilment. The Operation Specialist I also supports Quality Control of finished goods by performing dye labelling reactions and sample preparation. In addition, this position supports laboratory supply receiving and restocking.
Responsibilities:

• Support security and accuracy of inventory of materials and finished goods through transaction documentation and by conducting physical cycle counts and reconciliation of any discrepancies.
• Assist in the management of physical inventory within a Glovebox for raw materials, intermediate products, finished goods, analytical samples, and QA Retains.
• Perform small scale chemical reactions (dye labelling) for Quality Control testing.
• Fulfil internal requests for samples from inventory and perform sample preparation for quality testing.
• Perform Aliquoting/Vialing of air and water sensitive finished goods using manual and automated processes and equipment.
• Perform lyophilization of finished good products.
• Perform Weight Checks and Packaging of air and water sensitive finished goods within a glovebox.
• Prepare packaged products for QA inspection and shipments, including all required documentation.
• Accurately complete required documentation (batch records, data entry, etc.) on time.
• Receives deliveries of chemicals, materials, and lab supplies.
• Verifies accuracy of shipment and specifications.
• Checks materials into inventory management system and restock in proper storage areas.
• Support document control and data archiving activities as assigned.
• Promotes a safe work environment.
• Provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.
• Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs.
• Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified.
• Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
• Participates in safety audits of safety equipment and laboratory processes.
• Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager.

Requirements:

• Preferred a minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry or biology with 0-2 years relevant experience.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures is essential.
• Experience with manual (pipette) and automated filling/dispensing is preferred.
• Prior experience in a chemistry lab is preferred.
• Experience working in a glovebox is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Experience with FileMaker Pro, BMRAM, and Documents is preferred.
• Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Be a self-starter, quick learner with the ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, effective written and oral communications skills.

Physical Demands:

• Laboratory work inside a glove box to maintain inert atmosphere.
• May need to lift carboys or boxes.
• Overhead work inside fume hood.

Work Environment:

• Laboratory work under red lights (low light).
• Potential use/handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Operation of Automated Equipment.
• Office/desk related work.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.