Sample Management Technician I

Alturas Analytics, Inc.•Moscow, ID

5h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Alturas Analytics is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented team member to receive, track, store, and distribute study samples in support of scientific research. The role includes maintaining accurate documentation, conducting quality checks, and handling samples according to established procedures and quality standards. Samples may include blood, plasma, and urine collected during studies of experimental medications. The position is onsite in Moscow, Idaho, and starts at $19.71 per hour, depending on experience. The Sample Management Technician reviews requests from laboratory analysts, gathers and groups samples by study, prepares them for delivery to laboratory teams, receives incoming samples, records them in the laboratory tracking system, and stores them in specialized liquid nitrogen freezers. Proper tracking and storage help preserve samples for testing and support the development of new medications. Alturas is a privately owned contract research organization providing bioanalytical services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide.

Requirements

Associate’s degree preferred, ideally in a physical, biological, or chemical science; alternatively, a high school diploma and 1–3 years of work experience.
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Work experience with computers.
Skills in verbal and written communication.
Organizational skills.
Ability to interpret procedures, regulations, and guidelines.
Ability to enter data and work accurately with computers.
A current driver’s license is preferred.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including sitting, standing, walking, handling items, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Close vision sufficient to read small labels.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree, ideally in a physical, biological, or chemical science.
Current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Receive, store, and distribute samples in accordance with GLP and SOP guidelines.
Correspond with clients and sponsors to resolve sample receipt issues in accordance with SOPs and FDA guidance.
Record, track, and verify study sample receipt in LIMS.
Perform quality-control checks on study sample distributions.
Perform destruction and quality-control checks on study samples according to SOPs, GLP, and client guidelines.
Maintain appropriate documentation for all completed processes.
Qualify as a trainer for Sample Management Technician and Sample Management Technician I job titles.
Schedule and complete in-process audits.
Maintain cold-storage equipment.
Clean and maintain work areas as needed.
Drive a company vehicle short distances if required.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

Company pays 100% of employee premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance, and a portion of dependent coverage premiums.
PTO, paid sick time, and paid holidays.
Bonus program based on company-wide goals.
Safe Harbor 401(k) with an automatic 3% employer contribution and an additional 1% match option.
Health Savings Account with company match and Flexible Spending Account options, including Dependent Care.
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
Employee Assistance Programs focused on mental health.
Voluntary life, AD&D, critical illness, and accident insurance.
Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and promotion.
Tuition reimbursement.
Wellness program, including a bike/walk-to-work incentive.
Charitable donation matching and paid time off for volunteering.
Monthly catered lunches, holiday celebrations, coffee, beverages, and snacks.