Quality Control Sample Coordinator

Cellares•Bridgewater, NJ

20d•$90,000 - $210,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an innovative, creative, and detail-oriented Quality Control Sample Coordinator to join our team in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless handling, tracking, and shipping of analytical samples in support of assay execution for the Quality Control (QC) teams. This position acts as the central point of contact between Manufacturing, Analytical teams (multi-site), and other cross-functional stakeholders in managing sample logistics and documentation. All activities are performed in accordance with cGMP guidelines and are supported by departmental and inter-departmental policies and standard operating procedures. Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and be prepared to tackle a broad selection of challenges as the company grows.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a science discipline required, or comparable experience
2+ years of experience in cGMP or cGxP at an operational level supporting manufacturing in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment is preferred
Must be able to commute to Bridgewater, New Jersey
Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

Nice To Haves

Prior experience related to LN2 sample handling is preferred
Prior experience with scheduling/planning tools (e.g Binocs) is preferred
Knowledge of pharmaceutical cGMP (US and EU) is preferred
Must have excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

Create and maintain sample schedule, from sample creation through QC testing
Track sample shipments between internal and external sites
Receive samples from clients or other Cellares sites and ensure proper logging, handling, & reconciliation
Maintain visibility into sample storage locations, including LN2 and -80°C freezers
Manage documentation related to the shipping and receiving of samples
Document sharing & coordinate ordering cryoports/cryopods with the Warehouse team and coordinate shipment/reshipment logistics for analytical samples
Be comfortable working with LN2 systems
Work with QC teams in developing and managing sample batching approaches
Deliver required samples to the QC team in real time
Monitor for and address discrepancies (labels not accurate, vial missing, wrong concentration, etc) proactively
Be available to support unplanned analytical re-executions
Review the assay execution schedule and monitor turnaround times for data release to ensure alignment with project timelines
Ensure sample retains are shipped to appropriate long-term storage locations after assay execution
Assist in general upkeep of the laboratory and maintain a clean work environment
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Cellares total compensation package contains competitive base salaries, highly subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, 401(k) Matching, Onsite lunches, and Stock options.

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