Company DescriptionAtlantia Clinical trials is a world class provider of human clinical studies. For over a decade we have delivered clinical results to our many clients around the world, on time and on budget. We strive to offer the highest quality science while maintaining a cost-conscious approach to maximise the value proposition for each of our clients.Our state-of-the-art clinic sites both in Ireland and the USA ensure we can offer multicentre multinational studies of all design types, across a broad and diverse array of health areas and product portfolios. Our highly qualified and dedicated team will help you manage all aspects of your clinical project and guide you through the entire process, while keeping you fully informed of progress. As we own and operate our own clinics all of our ICH-GCP certified team are on hand to ensure your data is of the very highest quality and integrity and in strict accordance with the protocol.Some of our extensive clinical areas are healthy ageing, gastrointestinal function and disorder, physical activity and sports performance, nutritional investigations, stress and cognitive health and decline, cardiovascular health, metabolic syndrome, bone and joint health, immune function and microbiome dysbiosis of the gut, skin, vagina and oral cavity.Many of the studies we work on have been and are investigations of microbiome therapeutics and other active ingredients in both healthy and patient populations. These include LBT's, prebiotic fibres, probiotics strains and a host of other products.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Lab Technician will manage the daily operations of the lab, and be responsible for the processing, storage, quality control and shipping of biological samples in line with the study protocol, ICH-GCP and Atlantia policies, work instructions and SOPs.Phase 1: Trial inceptionProvide lab training to study teams according to protocol and work instructionsAdvise Science/Protocol development team on clarity for sample processing and storage requirements and timings where required for study protocolAttend/present at SIVsWrite work instructions for processing, storage, quality control and shipping of samplesEnsure all study specific lab inventory is ordered in a timely mannerAssist Quality Management in Due Diligence Reviews and audits of potential/existing laboratory service providersPhase 2: Trial logisticsResponsible for the processing, storage, quality control and shipping of biological samplesLog and monitor biological sample temperature conditionsEnsure sample storage temperature control and put preventatives actions in place where required, and report activities to the Quality ManagerAssist Atlantia Research Coordinator and Project Managers as primary liaison with third party labsPrepare and execute Statement(s) of Work with third party labs in conjunction with study specific services and Service Level Agreement(s)Ensure all lab operations are carried out in accordance with relevant SOPs and WIsRecognise and report any issues or discrepancies with samples, processes, documentation or equipmentCarry out routine cleaning and maintenance of lab equipmentOrganise and store all chemical substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructionsUpdate presence and storage of such substances in the Health and Safety Chemical RegisterRecord all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibilityCarry out stock check and ordering of laboratory materials with Inventory and Facilities CoordinatorEnsure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean orderly environmentKeep Sample Management System up to DatePhase 3: Trial Close-outSet reminders for notifying Project Manager and Clinical Research Associate of samples expected destruction or shipping dateFacilitate Research Monitoring Visits and Sample Inspections with Clinical Research AssociatePlan and execute transfer of samplesResponsible for shipment of samples to third party labs of SponsorResponsible for ensuring all shipping related sample documents are correct and accurateGeneral ResponsibilitiesSupervise staff activities whilst in the labAttend Regular Operations Meetings with Project Managers to discuss issues and/or observationsKeep up to date with relevant scientific and technical developmentsAssist in the researching and resourcing of new potential technologies and techniques for expansion of clinical research scopeResponsible for sample biohazard waste disposal for the labEnsure the lab is well stocked and resourcedEnsure clear lab equipment/supply labellingRequired qualifications and skillsDegree level qualification in Chemistry, Microbiology or another relevant subject.Previous experience working within a laboratory, 3 years minimum.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Good organisational, time-management and teamwork skills.Self-starter, proactive in delivering results.Strong problem-solving skills.Excellent attention to detail.Familiarity with laboratory information management systems.Excellent experience with Microsoft suite.ICH-GCP experience is desirable.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: €27,000.00-€45,000.00 per yearBenefits:On-site parkingWork Location: In person