Laboratory Specialist II

Altasciences • Overland Park, KS

3d

About The Position

The Laboratory Specialist II processes and assists with the management of biological samples collected during clinical trials. The role ensures that work is conducted in compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The position also supports sample-related equipment maintenance, data-query resolution, and mentoring Laboratory Specialist I team members. Work may require overtime and evening, weekend, or holiday hours as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3–6 years of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry-specific manuals.
• Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or organization employees.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Personal and professional integrity, with proven discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to develop strong, trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Self-directed and motivated, with initiative to identify and anticipate study needs and recommend implementation to management.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, customer-service-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and evenings as needed.

Nice To Haves

• College degree and related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Protect the confidentiality of clinical trial participants and sponsors while maintaining departmental quality.
• Report procedural deviations, issues, and problem resolutions to appropriate supervisory team members.
• Understand protocol-driven timed study events, including centrifugation, handling and processing study and clinical diagnostic samples, sample storage, and acceptable timing windows set by protocols or SOPs.
• Coordinate with external vendors, such as shipment couriers and central laboratories.
• Mentor Laboratory Specialist I team members.
• Assist with maintaining sample-management equipment, including freezers, refrigerators, and centrifuges, and document maintenance accordingly.
• Assist in resolving data queries.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with employer match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid sick and bereavement leave
• Employee assistance and telehealth programs
• Telework when applicable
• Training and development programs
• Employee referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED