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 Gaithersburg, MD. 

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.

• 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. 

• 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 - Biological Specimen Inventory) 
• Ability to learn and follow quality control/assurance procedures while also working towards improving processes 
• Effective communication in English (both verbal and written), strong organizational skills, and problem-solving skills 

  • Staff hired for the NCI Central Repository Program must be eligible to obtain an NIH Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Card by submitting a Declaration of Federal Employment form within 60 days (about 2 months) of employment. See links below for eligibility which includes obtaining a Public Trust Clearance and a background investigation. 

    1443 - Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) Implementation Policy ) 

    Declaration for Federal Employment, Optional Form 306 ) 

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, and paid parental leave
  • 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, celebrating a century of supporting global public health.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Shape the future of science with us.