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Laboratory Technician Intern

Job Description

Purdue Pharma L.P. and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market medications to meet the evolving needs of healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers. We were founded by physicians, and we are currently led by a physician. Beyond our efforts to provide quality medications, Purdue is committed to supporting national, regional and local collaborations to drive innovations in patient care. Privately held, Purdue is pursuing a pipeline of new medications through internal research & development and strategic industry partnerships.

For close to two decades Purdue has engaged in many initiatives to stem prescription opioid abuse. We are committed to bringing lifesaving relief to communities and individuals suffering from substance use disorder and overdose. We are currently developing or supporting the development of two essential life-saving opioid overdose reversal medications and have the capability to manufacture others for medication assisted treatment. Providing these medicines has the potential to improve and save countless lives.

We are driven by our purpose: Compassion for patients and excellence for science inspire our pursuit of new medicines.

We are building an exciting path forward, and we are committed to recruiting a dedicated team of professionals who advance our expertise through a commitment to Purdue’s Values: Integrity and Courage, underpinned by Innovation, and always in Collaboration with each other.

At Purdue Pharma and our subsidiaries, you have a unique career opportunity to work differently, uncover and seize new opportunities, and take a hands-on, ownership approach to your work. We go beyond traditional roles and find creative ways to extend our skills and interests, challenging ourselves to contribute in different, meaningful ways. We strive to create an environment where you can bring your best to work each day. We welcome the opportunity to have you on our team!

Job Summary

Assists with preparing laboratory solutions following site procedures.
Operates and maintains all equipment as per established procedures.
Ensures that equipment and working areas are maintained with good safety and housekeeping practices.
Accurately documents all necessary and relevant information in a clear and concise manner as per cGMPs, GLP, DEA, and company policies and procedures.
Assists with handling/disposal of laboratory waste.
Administers all aspects of organizing, cleaning, sterilizing and storing of laboratory glassware and equipment.
Assists with maintaining inventory of required supplies and chemicals by performing a variety of routine chemical inventory functions such as: logging-in, labeling and storing chemicals, reagents and solutions, inspecting for and removing expired chemicals, reagents and solutions.
Communicates openly within the group to provide and gather information, to optimize the use of resources and to optimize efficiency.
Provides assistance to other group members as required.
Performs other related assignments and duties as required and assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

High school graduate.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Computer skills required to complete SOP training, order chemicals and supplies and maintain ordering spreadsheets.
The ability to organize work priorities to meet schedule deadlines.
Good organizational and team skills.
Strong communication skills.
Problem solving skills/analytical troubleshooting.
Strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of good documentation/laboratory practices.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if Applicable)

The Laboratory Technician Intern has no direct reports.

Physical and Environmental

Occasionally, transport materials using manual, and power assisted vehicles including manually pushing and pulling drums, totes, boxes, and pallets.
Frequently push, lift and maneuver boxes and materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work standard schedule of 10.5 hours a day, Monday-Thursday and overtime as needed.

Additional Information
Minimum required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities are included in the posting. The position will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to: actual or perceived race, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, color, age, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status and military service, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws and ordinance.

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