Associate Repository Technician

Overview

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking an Associate Repository Technician to work onsite at our Manassas, VA location. This position supports inventory management, storage, and shipment of biological specimens and materials. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals interested in biorepository operations and eager to learn technical processes in a regulated environment. 

Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

Responsibilities

• Inventory & Storage: Maintain organized storage systems, monitor temperature-controlled environments, and ensure accurate data entry in ERP systems.
• Sample Processing: Perform supervised laboratory tasks such as aliquoting, nucleic acid extraction, and blood fractionation following SOPs.
• Shipping & Receiving: Process incoming shipments, replenish inventory, and prepare samples for outbound orders while adhering to safety protocols.
• Quality & Compliance: Document system alerts, report deviations, and follow proper handling procedures for hazardous materials.
• Operational Support: Assist with customer inquiries, share observations for process improvements, and respond to after-hour emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 0–1 years’ experience or equivalent experience.
• Repository, shipping, warehouse or inventory experience highly preferred.
• Basic understanding of laboratory procedures and biorepository best practices.
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite tools including Outlook, Excel and Teams, preferred.  
• Ability to handle heavy materials safely and follow strict safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and willingness to learn technical processes.
• Core competencies: adaptability, teamwork, problem-solving, and reliability.

Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $40,000 to $45,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program. 

We Invest in You 

• Health & Wellness: 
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, and paid parental leave
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as legal services, pet insurance and additional supplemental coverage.  
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
• Financial security: 
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Shape the future of science with us.

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000