Sample Management Associate (Part-Time)

Eurofins USA Food Testing•Leola, PA

About The Position

The Specimen Management Associate processes incoming specimens, captures relevant accompanying data, and documents deviations to provide timely, high-quality specimen services according to work lists. The role maintains and documents chain of custody from when a box is opened until specimens reach their next service destination, ensuring accountability and traceability. It also involves appropriate storage, destruction, and shipping of samples. The schedule is Thursdays and every third Saturday, with additional time possible as workload requires. The posting also states that weekend shifts every other weekend are required. Candidates living within commuting distance of Leola, Pennsylvania are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
Proven track record as a successful team player, supported by testimonials and/or references.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Basic written and oral English knowledge.
Ability to follow priorities and SOPs, pay attention to detail, work accurately under deadlines, identify problems, and notify superiors.
Ability to work weekend shifts every other weekend.

Nice To Haves

Professional or technical degree, defined as a minimum two-year apprenticeship or equivalent.
At least two years of experience in a production environment, preferably in healthcare, life sciences, or pharmaceutical settings.
At least two years of experience working with an enterprise-grade application; LIMS experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Own and process incoming shipments, making corrective actions in a proper, compliant, and transparent manner according to corporate SOPs.
Receive and unpack courier shipments while maintaining appropriate specimen temperatures during registration.
Enter and control subject demographics and visit details in the LIMS system.
Check specimen quality, document deviations in the LIMS system or a paper log, transfer specimens to their next service destination, and document the handoff.
Resolve deviations from processing work lists or escalate them to management.
Drive completion of investigations recorded in QS Tickets and actions recorded in HDL Tickets.
Prepare, control, and complete specimen shipments, including paperwork and manifests.
Meet timeline commitments for shipping and specimen destruction.
Create and execute specimen work lists to meet planned completion timelines.
Dispose of residual specimens according to company policy and applicable local regulations.
Ensure proper sample storage using a LIMS system.