Biorepository Technician

Job Description Summary

The Biorepository Technician is responsible for executing daily laboratory operational tasks related to material management, documentation, and data processing. This role ensures accurate material creation and confirmation, supports storage logistics, and maintains compliance with established SOPs and quality standards.

The Technician works closely with the Senior Technician - Biorepository and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate handling of materials and associated documentation and completes the company's orientation program to build a working understanding of applicable US and OECD regulatory compliance, our Standard Operating Procedures, and chemical safety practices. This is an on-site role in our Leesburg VA facility.

How will you make an impact & Requirement

The Technician - Biorepository is responsible for the inventory, processing, and maintenance of research materials, which may include, but is not limited to: specimens, test articles, temperature-critical items, paper records, and/or various types of media. This role will perform a variety of biorepository functions, developing a sense of responsibility toward their duties to include the following:

Material Management

• Accession and archive of materials within the biorepository software / laboratory inventory management system.
• Ensures accuracy of material records, labeling, and documentation.
• Sorts and inventories research material, which may include, but is not limited to: wet tissues, blocks, slides, paper data, and/or temperature-sensitive material.
• Supports freezer clearance activities to maintain organized and compliant storage areas.
• Communicates storage status updates as needed to appropriate teams.
• Perform line clearance and end-of-day checks by clearing workstations and work areas between requests/batches to prevent cross-contamination, maintain material integrity, and ensure compliance.
• Assist with operational material processing activities, such as material transactions (including sales and system entries), materials indexing as applicable by department, aliquot and/or other laboratory procedures, freezer mapping, data digitization, and probe calibration support in accordance with client specifications.

Communication & Documentation

• Monitors temperature communications, including acknowledgment of alerts and required actions on Veriteq to ensure timely follow-up when needed, as applicable.
• Maintains accurate electronic records in accordance with SOPs.

Compliance & Housekeeping

• Performs routine SOP cleaning and ensures workspaces meet safety and quality standards.
• Adheres to all laboratory safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identifies discrepancies, irregularities, deviations, or process gaps and escalates appropriately to the Lead - Biorepository immediately, keeping them informed of day-to-day progress.
• Maintains working knowledge of applicable US and OECD regulations, our Standard Operating Procedures, Chemical Safety practices and equipment associated with the role, and Quality Control requirements, applying them consistently across all assigned duties.

Team Collaboration & Support

• Collaborates with the team to meet turnaround time (TAT) targets on client projects.
• Contributes to a positive, supportive team culture.
• Assists with cross-functional departmental work as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Biorepository Coordinator or appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Available for offsite projects / travel, including other biorepository and customer sites.

Qualifications

• High school graduate (or equivalent); Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a scientific or related field preferred.
• Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with high accuracy.
• Capable of producing quality work; strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn and use Microsoft Office, database software, and the biorepository accessioning system; comfortable working with inventory and data management systems.
• General knowledge of rules of effective business English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Completion of the company's orientation program, including an understanding of how work must be completed in compliance with applicable US and OECD regulations and our Standard Operating Procedures, and an understanding of Chemical Safety and the proper use of safety equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Attention to detail when creating, confirming, labeling, and verifying materials, records, and data to ensure accuracy across all documentation
• Data accuracy and documentation control, including accurate electronic recordkeeping and accessioning within the biorepository software / laboratory inventory management system
• Inventory management skills to sort, track, and maintain organized, compliant storage of research materials, including wet tissues, blocks, slides, and temperature-sensitive materials
• Compliance awareness, including working knowledge of applicable US and OECD regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, chemical safety practices, and Quality Control requirements
• Organizational skills to manage multiple assigned projects and meet turnaround time (TAT) targets in a fast-paced laboratory environment
• Team collaboration skills to work effectively with assigned and cross-functional teams, contributing to a positive and supportive team culture

Environmental Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a warehouse and biorepository environment, including refrigerated and freezer storage areas, with routine exposure to varying temperatures.
• Requires prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting, along with frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and repetitive hand and wrist movements related to material handling and processing.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25-50 pounds on a regular basis and safely utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company safety and quality standards.
• Handles dry ice, gel packs, and liquid nitrogen, formalin as mediums for the transport of materials, following required safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

Resonant Values in Action

Resonant provides employees with an inspiring, excellence-driven work environment that offers opportunities for development and professional fulfillment. Our culture is guided by the following values and behaviors, which every employee - including this role - is expected to bring to life in daily work: Customer Centric, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Growth Mindset, Continuous Improvement, and Quality First.

Customer Centric

We listen to and collaborate with our customers, proactively identifying solutions for their current and future needs.

Employees demonstrate Customer Centricity when they

• Consider customer impact in every decision, regardless of role
• Use data, feedback, and direct interaction to understand real needs
• Build trust through reliability, transparency, and fast response
• Treat every interaction as a chance to create value

Entrepreneurial Spirit

We act with ownership, creativity, and curiosity - challenging assumptions and taking thoughtful risks to advance the organization's goals.

Employees demonstrate an Entrepreneurial Spirit when they

• Take ownership of their role, outcomes, and deadlines
• Embrace new challenges and treat mistakes as learning opportunities
• Challenge the status quo constructively with new approaches
• Proactively seek information and training to grow

Growth Mindset

We believe capability is built through learning, effort, and feedback - staying curious and adaptable rather than stagnant.

Employees demonstrate a Growth Mindset when they

• Adapt quickly when priorities or information change
• Ask thoughtful questions to deepen understanding
• Stay open to different perspectives and approaches
• Learn from setbacks and apply feedback to future decisions

Continuous Improvement

We never settle for the status quo, striving for the highest levels of service and safety. Small, consistent improvements compound into something greater over time.

Employees demonstrate Continuous Improvement behaviors when they

• Proactively identify root causes and solve problems
• Use data, feedback, and teamwork to drive improvement
• Share learnings and best practices with others
• Strive to exceed goals rather than settle for box-checking

Quality First

We consistently deliver high-quality products and services that meet or exceed expectations and adhere to regulatory requirements. Quality is how we protect patients, partners, and the credibility of our work.

Employees demonstrate Quality First when they

• Follow procedures and regulatory requirements consistently
• Raise and address risks or compliance issues early
• Use data and audits to improve how work is done
• Hold themselves and others accountable, even under pressure

Pay rate

$22 per hour, Full time