Sample Management Coordinator - Contract - Massachusetts, US
Ready to play a key role in coordinating the samples, shipments, and storage solutions that keep cutting-edge gene therapy programmes moving forward?
Proclinical is seeking a Sample Management Coordinator to support inventory management and streamline the storage of gene therapy R&D and CMC development materials.
The position is hybrid, requiring approximately 1-2 days per week on-site in Massachusetts, with occasional travel to external partner sites.
Primary Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be involved in working with external storage partners and contract testing labs, ensuring compliance with GMP standards and regulatory guidelines.
Skills & Requirements:
- Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience with biological sample shipment and coordination, including international shipments and cryogenic conditions.
- Ability to safely lift up to 25 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work autonomously.
- Familiarity with biological materials such as plasmids, cell samples, protein samples, and cell lines.
- Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to interact with senior colleagues and external partners.
- Cold material handling and small-volume cryogenic shipping experience preferred.
The Sample Management Coordinator's responsibilities will be:
- Coordinate sample logistics, serving as the main point of contact for submissions, inventories, and shipment coordination with external partners.
- Support sample submissions for stability protocols and shipments to long-term GMP storage sites.
- Manage shipment coordination between external partners, including CDMOs, CTLs, and biostorage locations.
- Assist with biorepository consolidation tasks and stability coordination.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Analytical Development, QA) and external partners to ensure timely and compliant testing and shipments.
- Maintain accurate records and provide updates on inventory management progress.
- Handle cold material storage and shipping, including cryogenic conditions.
If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Jared Hannigan at j.hannigan@proclinical.com.
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