Sample & Shipping Management
About The Position
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Sample Shipping Management Location: Customer Site Job Description Summary: You will join a team of dedicated laboratory support professionals to participate in the development and management of a best-in-class sample and material management program. You will have the opportunity to leverage and develop your skills in material and sample handling to ensure the procedures for collection, storage and shipment of specimens are following industry best practices. You will liaise with scientists and support staff under the direction of the onsite sample manager to ensure samples are available to scientists in a timely manner. Bring your experience working in a regulated environment to manage sample transfers and resolve discrepancies with central Labs and other sample analysis or storage CROs. You will be a key partner for the Bioanalytical, Biomarkers, Diagnostics, and other internal stakeholders. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and tasks.
- Familiarity with accounting principles and transportation regulations.
- A high school diploma or GED is required, or an Associate’s degree in a scientific discipline preferred with 0-2 years of related work experience
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively, detail oriented and highly accurate
- Experience working in a laboratory environment
- The ability to establish a sound working rapport and win the trust of and others
- Self-motivated and interested working in a complex environment
- Ability to effectively present information and a willingness to assist others
- High level of proficiency in MS Office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the receipt and entry of materials that support inventory management of proteins, critical reagents, test articles, biological and clinical samples
- Performing any combination of sample management tasks, including labeling, preparing for shipping, transporting to labs, inventory, and disposal
- Reviewing and verifying sample paperwork against samples to ensure accuracy and communicate discrepancies
- Maintaining sample management binders and preparing documents for yearly archival
- Supporting team members as needed on various R&D projects
- Ensuring compliance and accurate documentation in accordance with working instructions, SOPs, and applicable regulations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
