Sample Handling Assistant I

Labcorp•Madison, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Sample Handling Assistant I to join its team in Madison, Wisconsin. The role performs sample management and archival tasks, including receiving, labeling, tracking, storing, transferring, shipping, and disposing of samples and materials. It also supports sample accessioning, documentation, discrepancy resolution, audit responses, storage-unit maintenance, process improvement, and training. The position requires adherence to applicable SOPs, company policies, environmental health and safety regulations, confidentiality requirements, and security and sample-integrity procedures. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Flexible working hours may be required, and weekends, holidays, and overtime may also be required. The role involves frequent lifting of up to 25 kilograms (50 pounds), and may include work with refrigerated samples and samples stored at -20°C and -70°C. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits; eligibility differs for employees working fewer than 20 hours and for casual, intern, and temporary employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift up to 25 kilograms (50 pounds) frequently.
Training in handling potentially hazardous chemicals and infectious substances or materials, and approval to handle radioactivity, as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience with sample handling.

Responsibilities

Perform sample management and archival tasks, including labeling, receipt, transferring, tracking, inventory, archival, shipping, and disposal of samples or materials.
Perform sample accessioning tasks, including opening boxes, inventorying and labeling, receiving and storing samples, and pulling and returning samples.
Use tracking systems to maintain sample and study integrity.
Interpret protocols and relevant documentation, such as Sample Analysis Outlines and client paperwork.
Document and communicate discrepancies to appropriate personnel and assist with problem solving.
Assist with responses to Quality Assurance Unit (QAU) inspections.
Maintain client and business confidentiality.
Prioritize individual workloads and responsibilities.
Contribute to a cohesive team environment and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Support process improvement initiatives.
Follow company Global, Regional, and Local SOPs, as applicable, and comply with relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations and company policies.
Use environmental system monitors as appropriate and maintain storage units.
Follow procedures for security and access to relevant areas and data, and protect sample integrity.
Assist with relevant training and development.
Perform other duties as required.
Work weekends, holidays, and overtime when required.