Repository Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Repository Technician
Job Description

As a Repository Technician, you will be responsible for the receipt, inventory, storage, withdrawal, and shipment of biological specimens, samples, clinical agents, and materials from various commercial and government clients. The materials are stored at temperatures ranging from ambient to -20&degree;C with potentially hazardous properties. You will use database applications, adhere to standard precautionary procedures, and communicate effectively while making informed decisions. You will work independently and interact with internal or external clients under the guidance of experienced staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples or clinical agents for pickups, courier deliveries, and shipments.
• Collaborate with managers to support customer inquiries, discrepancies, inventory maintenance, and database updates.
• Utilize an inventory management system for data entry, sample tracking, and management.
• Maintain files for data validation and prepare queries, review data for accuracy, and compile reports.
• Perform internal specimen consolidation and reorganization projects under guidance.
• Participate in process improvement activities.
• Receive, handle, and inventory specimens with temperatures ranging from ambient to -196&degree;C.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP parts 210 and 211 and company quality systems.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and FDA requirements.
• Exhibit behavior consistent with company values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.
• Prepare sample collection kits according to Standard Work Instructions.
• Make deliveries to clients as required.
• Travel to other facilities as needed to meet business demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

• Experience with cold chain management, dry ice, and -80&degree;C freezers.
• Proficiency in data entry, shipping/receiving, and sample management.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Expertise in preparing reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, and possibly Microsoft Access.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• IATA Dangerous Goods Training for Class 6.2 Shipping.
• Blood Borne Pathogens Training.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred.
• Experience with Universal Precautions, general laboratory, and quality assurance/control preferred.
• Strong customer service and social skills required.

You will work in cold environments ranging from ambient to -196&degree;C with exposure to dry ice, liquid nitrogen cryogenics, and potentially hazardous agents. The role involves repetitive tasks, walking, standing, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs continuously. You may occasionally sit, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Flexibility in working varying schedules, hours, and overtime is required. Travel between division sites may be necessary. Training will be provided through one-on-one instruction and on-the-job training.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Germantown, MD.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Germantown,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.