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Job Title: Media Prep Technician

Must have industry experience with cell culture and media prep.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Media Prep Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for manufacturing liquid media by following batch records and SOPs, maintaining an inventory of media components, managing data collection, ensuring a clean and organized workspace, and managing a media production schedule within a team environment. This role requires good documenting practices, aseptic techniques, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture liquid media by following batch records and SOPs.

• Maintain an inventory of media components and completed liquid media preparations.

• Proficiently collect and manage data.

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

• Manage a media production schedule in a team environment.

• Maintain JIRA board to track status, requests, and deliveries of media orders from researchers.

• Communicate with requestors on media preparation activities, observations, and status of preparations.

• Basic troubleshooting with the team if issues arise or media specifications are not met.

Essential Skills

• Experience in cell culture and laboratory environments.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in Media Prep, preferably in a non-academic setting.

• High School diploma plus five (5) years of lab experience or equivalent experience required.

• Ability to work on your feet, standing or walking up to 80% of the shift.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Effective time management and organizational skills.

• Strong math skills.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic internet use.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in Media Prep, preferably in a non-academic setting.

• High School diploma plus five (5) years lab experience or equivalent experience required.

• Effective time management and organizational skills.

• Strong math skills.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic internet use.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Work Environment

This position is onsite in Emeryville. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with some flexibility in start time depending on media and team needs. You will be working in a small team of two additional people plus yourself.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 4, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.