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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them.  No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences.

We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.

About The Role :

The Senior Technician is an experienced employee performing all sample management tasks autonomously and is responsible for:

• Conduct general activities for one or multiple Sample Management groups, sample reception, service request and disposal or shipment.
• Storage equipment organization/optimization.
• Provide support for lab tasks coordination and priorities
• Coach and train new technicians.​

What You'll Do Here

• Storage equipment inventory, organization, transfers between storage equipment & optimization.
• Coach and train new technicians.
• Participate in training and process improvements.
• Support Technician I and II during complex tasks.
• Generation of Watson study material reports.
• Act as a back-up for technicians in other Sample Management Team. (inter-teams)
• Manipulation of Containment Level 2/cytotoxic study material.
• Support technicians for the completion of various forms and documentations through Sample Management groups in accordance with GDP.
• Participate in laboratory investigation
• Conduct sample disposal for complex studies.
• Planning shipment to Montreal Clinic Storage facility.
• Forms and report preparation for sample shipment to sponsor.
• Storage and maintenance of Study Material inventory
• To conduct all work in compliance with SOPs, GLPs, GCPs and observe all company guidelines and policies.
• Perform any other task as required.
• Document in the appropriate form the accomplished task with minimum supervision
• Assist the Coaching of Technician I, Sample Management
• Be autonomous in all primary reception tasks (inventory, check-in, report generation, Watson transaction…)

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Diploma of College Studies or BSc.
• 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of FDA-GLP, GCP and TPD regulation is an asset.
• Experience in the medical or pharmaceutical field is an asset.
• Knowledge of Watson LIMS will be an asset
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Knowledge in SharePoint Office 365 and PowerBI will be an asset
• Written and verbal communication in English and French
• Good organizational skills and interpersonal skills
• Attentive to details.
• Customer-focused.
• Good communication
• Works well within a team
• Software: MS Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Watson LIMS.

Altasciences strives to provide a French work environment for its employees in Quebec. Altasciences has taken all reasonable measures to avoid imposing the above language requirement. This requirement is essential for the position of Senior Technician​, Sample Management in particular, but without limitation, for the following reason(s):

• The requirement to have study protocols read and documented in English as required by industry regulatory agencies

What We Offer:

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Performance Review

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MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!