Biomarker Operations Associate Contractor

Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Hayward, CA

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Arcus Biosciences is seeking a Biomarker Operations Associate Contractor to work on-site at our Hayward, CA facility. The Contractor position is needed immediately to assist on a 6-month assignment. The candidate should have experience in clinical sample collection and logistics and will work independently and collaboratively with members of the Translational Science team.

Requirements

• BS or equivalent in life sciences
• 1+ years' work experience in an industry or clinical setting; handling and processing clinical/biological samples and experience with databases/LIMS is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills, coupled with an aptitude and enthusiasm for collaboration and maintaining the integrity of our complex clinical trial sample collections and records
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required, along with a solutions-based approach, flexibility, and the ability to focus and deliver on time-sensitive objectives
• Willingness to learn, execute on given directions and contribute in a fast-paced environment is also essential

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of SOPs and working instructions is a plus
• Experience with databases/LIMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with arranging for receipt and shipment of clinical samples at Arcus and CROs
• Helps to maintain records in the Arcus clinical sample inventory database
• Relay sample collection problems on a routine basis to Biomarker Operations
• Experience in MS Excel, Outlook and Word
• Assists in sample disposition of clinical samples and provide appropriate documentation
• Assist in tracking and monitoring in-bound/out-bound shipments
• Knowledge of SOPs and working instructions is a plus
• Additional tasks assigned as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees