Laboratory Operations Intern

Job Description

Job Description

This internship is funded through a grant program with specific eligibility requirements. In accordance with the grant terms, applicants must be currently enrolled students at Southern New Hampshire University. We encourage all eligible students to apply.

Overview

The Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMl)IBioFabUSA is a Member-based non-profit organization founded to build the biofabrication industry and transform the future of healthcare. ARMI provides wrap-around commercialization services to companies seeking to bring life-saving regenerative technologies to patients, as well as to innovators seeking to commercialize enabling technologies that will grow the industry's impact.

The Impact That You Will Make

ARMI | BioFabUSA, an organization with nearly 200 members, is seeking a highly motivated intern to support its laboratory support operations. ARMI is in the process of implementing materials management and equipment management systems to support its Process Development Team. You will develop valuable skills in inventory management, facility layout, equipment scheduling, process mapping, and procedure-development, the operation of state-of-the-art equipment, and the shipping and handling dangerous goods.

Your Role

• Receive materials into inventory, label inbound materials, and assist with resolving any material, documentation or invoice discrepancies.
• Stock cleanrooms with general use items
• Trains to and follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a Phase 1 GMP environment
• Support SOP authoring and deviation investigations as needed
• Assist with the general housekeeping of cleanrooms and warehouse
• Perform Weekly and Monthly Safety checks
• Support Compressed gas and Liquid Nitrogen receipt and handling
• Support a Min/Max kanban inventory management system
• Support execution of continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Support biological waste and general waste workflows
• Support the Work Order System including documentation, execution, and contractor / visitor escort

Your Skills and Experiences

• Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic, collaborative team environment
• High energy, commitment, initiative, and perseverance
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and persevere through challenges
• Passion for learning and development
• Familiarity with MS Office 365 applications
• Ability to work on feet for at least 6 hours and lift 50 lbs, 25 lbs overhead, as needed

Hours Expected: 30 - 35 per week

By applying, I understand that any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws.