Equipment Associate

The Equipment Associate is primarily responsible for the service and support of instruments utilized in the R&D laboratory based in Austin, TX. The scope of support includes installation, calibration, maintenance, repair, and documentation of activities for all equipment in the laboratory. The Equipment Associate wi...

Coordinate and/or perform instrument installations and qualifications per equipment protocols

Diagnose and troubleshoot any system concerns to minimize downtime

Work with Quality Assurance to determine qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), calibration and preventive maintenance (PM) requirements so as to comply with regulations
Communicate with vendors to generate price quotes and schedule PMs, calibrations, instrument repairs, and other services.
Maintain a program for PM, routine maintenance and calibration to ensure all lab equipment remains fit for purpose
Prepare equipment SOPs. Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures
Track all service activities utilizing system(s) developed in accordance with service procedures and laboratory policies
Ensure all service documentation is complete, timely, and accurate following Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Perform inventory checks for R&D lab spaces and replenish supplies as needed
Order supplies from internal and external sources as needed
Perform regular safety checks and assist with Safety audits as well as perform any corrective actions needed that may result from safety audits/checks
Communicate with various members of the R&D team to schedule instrument downtime for maintenance or repairs, inform them of supply deliveries, update them about the status of requests, etc

BS/BA in biomedical engineering, biological sciences or related fields
Industry-related experience, especially in supporting lab equipment, preferred
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and accuracy
Excellent adaptability in a fast-changing environment
Self-motivated
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Maintain a high level of professionalism and responsibility
Comply with company policies
Familiar with IQ/OQ/PQ of instruments
Experience working in BSLI and BSLII laboratories as well as familiarity with Biosafety requirements and guidelines as established by applicable regulatory bodies such as OSHA and CDC
Familiar with DNA Isolation and Purification, PCR, Cell Culture, Next Generation Sequencing, etc
Familiar with LIMS
Experience in automation and/or operating high-throughput instruments