CELL TECHNICIAN RESUME EXAMPLE

Updated: July 27, 2024 - The Cell Technician specializes in the cultivation and care of diverse human and animal cell lines, including stem cells and organoids, ensuring optimal growth conditions and meticulous management. Prepares and maintains critical media and reagents, overseeing the systematic rotation and replenishment of supplies. Adheres strictly to safety protocols and quality control standards, while effectively coordinating the distribution of biological materials to collaborators.

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1. Cell Technician, Biocore Solutions, Madison, WI

Job Summary: 

  • Responsible for the culture of human and animal cell lines, including, but not limited to, stem cells, fibroblasts, neurons, neutrosphere's, and organoids.
  • Make human cerebral organoids and be responsible for ongoing culture and care
  • Require to supply organoids and media as necessary to members of the lab and arrange shipping of organoids to collaborators  
  • Required to keep meticulous records of all cell lines, frozen stocks, organoids and procedures.
  • Prepare stem cell and organoid media, to maintain adequate stocks of media and culture reagents, aliquot stocks appropriately, order replacements 
  • Maintain good stock rotation of reagents with expiration dates.
  • Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of cell culture incubators.
  • Follow all laboratory safety procedures including, but not limited to, wearing correct personal protective equipment as provided.
  • Ensure appropriate disposal of culture/laboratory waste.
  • Assist with other experimental procedures and attend laboratory meetings.
  • Perform routine feeding, expansion, cryopreservation/recovery of cell lines and maintenance of frozen stocks.


Skills on Resume:

  • Cell Culture Management (Hard Skills)
  • Organoid Cultivation (Hard Skills)
  • Logistics and Distribution (Hard Skills)
  • Record Keeping (Hard Skills)
  • Media Preparation (Hard Skills)
  • Stock Management (Hard Skills)
  • Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)

2. Work Cell Technician Intern, Genetix Pharma, Raleigh, NC

Job Summary: 

  • Maintain the quality and integrity of pipette tips and packaging components.
  • Assist with troubleshoot and optimize automation processes to improve quality, productivity and processes.
  • Troubleshoot and perform minor repair work in a professional manner incl. documentation
  • Follow the principle: do it right the first time, professional way of working
  • Answer machine / equipment alarms as quickly as possible.
  • Communicate results to shift supervisor and technical supervisor
  • Setup and startup of packing lines such as label printers and shrink-wrap machines.
  • Interacts within the department and with outside departments, especially Quality Assurance, Automation and Mold room personnel.


Skills on Resume:

  • Quality Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Automation Optimization (Hard Skills)
  • Troubleshooting and Repairs (Hard Skills)
  • Professional Work Practices (Soft Skills)
  • Alarm Response (Hard Skills)
  • Results Communication (Soft Skills)
  • Line Setup and Startup (Hard Skills)
  • Interdepartmental Interaction (Soft Skills)

3. Cell Lead Technician, Cellular Dynamics, Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary: 

  • Build high-quality blower and compressor packages while leading other Assembly Technicians
  • Directing other technicians in the work cell, work with Project Managers, Engineers, and other team members in the Engineered-To-Order (ETO) team.
  • Use drawings, bills of material, and work instructions to assemble blower and compressor packages.
  • Lead and direct other Assembly Technicians in the work area, providing guidance, training, and oversight.
  • Work with Project Managers and the ETO Manager to schedule work based on available parts and available capacity.
  • Proactively drive schedules to ensure jobs are built on time, mitigate any delays, and communicate status and issues to stakeholders.
  • Perform and oversee in-process and final inspections to ensure all quality standards are met.
  • Ensure that all work is done safely, provide input on new and existing safety standards.
  • Ensure that all work instructions and processes are followed properly, drive any necessary improvements.


Skills on Resume:

  • Assembly Skills (Hard Skills)
  • Team Leadership (Soft Skills)
  • Technical Interpretation (Hard Skills)
  • Team Coordination (Soft Skills)
  • Capacity Scheduling (Soft Skills)
  • Schedule Driving (Soft Skills)
  • Quality Inspections (Hard Skills)
  • Safety Management (Hard Skills)

4. Mold Cell Technician, Regen Labs, Omaha, NE

Job Summary: 

  • Following the production schedule, operates mold and trim presses 
  • Produce product following SOIs and work instructions.
  • Performs a visual inspection of molded sheets for defects and removes via mallet and punch.
  • Performs any prescribed pre and post treatment functions on work such as film coatings, canister washer, autoclave, metal detecting, sorting, dry shaker etc.
  • Perform and/or Verify line clears for product/formulation change at each station of the process.
  • Handles material as necessary to ensure efficient storage, movement and location.
  • Completes appropriate Production and SPC forms.
  • Use and understand SPC data to confirm that the process is under control.
  • Follows all company policies, procedures, safety rules and safety regulations.
  • Performs routine maintenance on equipment and maintains product traceability.
  • Promotes and supports a LEAN environment within the facility.
  • Trains employees via the on-the-job training process.
  • Maintains the work area in a neat and orderly condition throughout work day and prior to the next available shift. 


Skills on Resume:

  • Operating Mold and Trim Presses (Hard Skills)
  • Performing Visual Inspections (Hard Skills)
  • Pre and Post Treatment Functions (Hard Skills)
  • Line Clearance Verification (Hard Skills)
  • Material Handling (Hard Skills)
  • Production and SPC Documentation (Hard Skills)
  • Routine Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • On-the-Job Training (Soft Skills)

5. Cell Test Technician, CellTech Laboratories, Salt Lake City, UT

Job Summary: 

  • Support with the installation and commissioning of a new lab
  • Coordinate test strategies to customer requirements & standards
  • Write test plans & procedures for cell testing
  • Run tests according to schedule and share results with stakeholders
  • Developing training material for new software and automation
  • Provide useful feedback to cell design, validation & customer quality teams
  • Contribute to the creation of new ways of working
  • Support with trouble shooting and tracking lab documentation


Skills on Resume:

  • Installation Support (Hard Skills)
  • Test Strategy Coordination (Hard Skills)
  • Test Plan Writing (Hard Skills)
  • Test Execution (Hard Skills)
  • Training Material Development (Hard Skills)
  • Design Feedback (Soft Skills)
  • Process Innovation (Soft Skills)
  • Troubleshooting Management (Hard Skills)