Sample Management Associate (Part-Time)

Eurofins USA Food Testing•Leola, PA

About The Position

The Specimen Management Associate processes incoming specimens, records relevant data and accompanying documents, and documents deviations to enable timely, high-quality specimen services. The role maintains chain of custody from opening a shipment until specimens reach their next service destination, ensuring accountability and traceability. It also ensures appropriate sample storage, destruction, and shipping. The position is scheduled for Fridays 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.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Basic written and oral English knowledge.
Proven track record as a successful team player.
Ability to follow priorities and SOPs, pay attention to detail, and work accurately under deadlines.
Ability to identify problems and notify superiors.
Ability to work weekend shifts every other weekend.
Ability to lift 25 pounds repeatedly and to bend and lift.

Nice To Haves

Professional or technical degree, with 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 with enterprise-grade applications; LIMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive courier shipments, unpack specimens, and maintain appropriate specimen temperatures during registration.
Enter and verify subject demographics and visit details in the LIMS system.
Assess specimen quality and document deviations in the LIMS system or a paper log.
Transfer specimens to their next service destination and document the handoff.
Process incoming shipments and make corrective actions in accordance with corporate SOPs.
Resolve processing work-list deviations or escalate them to management.
Complete investigations in QS Tickets and actions in HDL Tickets.
Prepare, check, and complete specimen shipments, including paperwork and manifests.
Meet timelines for shipping and destroying samples.
Create and execute specimen work lists to meet planned service completion timelines.
Dispose of residual specimens according to company policy and applicable local regulations.
Store samples appropriately using a LIMS system.
Maintain and document chain of custody and specimen traceability.