Reagent Manufacturing Associate - 3701

JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview

The Reagent Manufacturing Associate I follows Myriad’s policies and procedures to manufacture and qualify a limited range of low to moderate complexity materials and reagents used in Myriad’s patient testing laboratories, in accordance with the company’s procedures and under appropriate supervision.

Responsibility

1. Dispense and aliquot bulk reagent formulations using automated liquid handling robots, for individual use in patient testing (~50%).
2. Formulate low to moderate-complexity DNA sequencing reagents and kits for use in patient testing (~15%).
3. Perform basic inspection and qualification testing for low complexity formulated and incoming reagents and kits, for use in patient testing (~15%).
4. Prepare, package, label, and deliver tested and approved reagents to laboratories and stock rooms for use in patient testing (~10%).
5. Document all reagent formulation, qualification testing, and dispensing per regulatory and company requirements (~10%).
6. Perform basic inventory management.
7. Perform routine preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
8. Complete required training to fulfill all internal and external regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

1. Required Education/Credentials
   1. BS/BA Degree in Biology or related field.
   2. 0-1 years of related diagnostic laboratory manufacturing experience.
2. Required Experience/Skills
   1. Preferred: Demonstrated working knowledge of biological science.
   2. General molecular biology laboratory skills.
   3. Preferred: Basic understanding of automated laboratory dispensing platforms.
   4. Basic computer skills.
   5. Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while completing assignments independently.
   6. Good written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Lifting Requirements – medium work or exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force consistently. Physical Requirements – stationary positioning, moving, operating, ascending/descending, communicating, observing, reaching, and repetitive motion. Use of equipment and tools necessary to perform essential job functions. Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions – exposure to fumes, dust, extreme temperatures, wet and/or humid, noise, vibration, mists or gases, mechanical hazards, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, and radiant energy hazards. OSHA Category I – duties performed routinely requires exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue.

EEO

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.