Cryogenics Technician I - Tucson, United States - The Cooper Companies

The Cooper Companies

Verified Company

Tucson, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

CooperSurgical is a leading fertility and women's healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies, and families at the healthcare moments that matter most in life.

CooperSurgical is at the forefront of delivering innovative assisted reproductive technology and genomic solutions that enhance the work of ART professionals to the benefit of families.

We currently offer over 600 clinically relevant medical devices to women's healthcare providers, including testing and treatment options.

Responsible for the handling and cryogenic storage of human tissue while ensuring specimen integrity and accuracy.

Associate's Degree minimum. Bachelor's Degree plus 12 years related experience in science, laboratory, inventory, or shipping/receiving preferred.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace

Performs inventory functions to include receiving, assessment, storage, transferring, and distribution of frozen human tissue.
Performs related shipping and receiving functions of frozen human tissue to include serial number verification, package preparation, scanning, courier interaction, tracking of incoming and outgoing shipments, and general followup as needed.
Performs critical monitoring and maintenance on all biorepository related equipment.
Performs quality control checks on all biorepository equipment based on regulatory requirements.
Adheres to strict guidelines when handling human tissue and performing inventory management functions.
24/7 response to biorepository alert systems with appropriate followup action to prevent potential tank failure and loss of specimens. Includes participation in a weekly oncall rotation and must respond to potential issues after hours.
Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect specimen integrity and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the manager or director of biorepository operations.
Updates quality management system with related biorepository inventory data functions and activities.
Collaborates with multiple departments in the Life Sciences team.
Perform functions in document control system and demonstrate consistent good documentation practices.
Adheres to strict safety guidelines
Handles hazardous chemicals (liquid nitrogen) utilizing personal protective equipment and good safety practices.
Participates in annual cryogenic competency proficiency testing as required.
Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
Performs other duties and projects as required.
Must be able to routinely lift and carry.