Bio Sample Technician

Proclinical is currently recruiting for a Bio Sample Technician with a pharmaceutical company located in Cambridge, MA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Track shipments containing biological specimens using courier tracking systems and departmental software and provide status updates to respective manufacturing and research teams accordingly.
• Receive and log biological specimens in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and regulations.
• Inspect and verify contents of packages for specimen quality, appropriate shipping conditions and documentation accuracy.
• Store incoming specimens at the appropriate temperature as indicated in the respective biospecimen management plans.
• Identify discrepancies and data enter discrepancy details and resolution in sample management system.
• Data enter and/or upload specimen information from requisition forms, processing worksheets and shipment manifests into the sample management system and/or laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Retrieve specimens from inventory as requested by research and clinical teams for testing, return, or destruction.
• Package and prepare clinical specimens for outbound shipment as needed.
• Maintain packaging material/supply levels and order additional supplies as needed.
• Maintain storage for hardcopy and electronic copies of specimen documentation in accordance with company policy.
• Perform inventory audits to ensure specimen and data accuracy.
• Maintain the shared electronic departmental workspace.
• Follow established company standard operating procedures (SOPS).
• May participate in departmental meetings.
• May participate in special projects and/or assignments as requested by Sr. Manager/Sr. Director.

Skills and Requirements:

• AA/AS, BA/BS or equivalent degree in a scientific or healthcare related field.
• 1-2 years relevant experience in a laboratory setting preferably a GLP, GMP or regulated facility.
• Basic understanding of general biological specimen collection and storage processes is preferred.
• Experience receiving and accessioning biological specimens is preferred.
• IATA training in transportation of biological specimens is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to change activities and directions quickly and respond to a variety of assignments and changing business needs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Customer-service oriented.
• Proficient in computer usage including Microsoft Office, database usage (e.g. data entry), and internet functions (e.g. navigating web-based tracking platforms).
• Knowledge of GMP, GLP, GCP, ICH and general FDA guidelines is a plus.
• Familiarity with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) is a plus.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Mike Raletz at 267-428-7770.

ProClinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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