Specimen Processing Specialist
About The Position
ARL Bio Pharma provides analytical and microbiological testing for the pharmaceutical industry. The Specimen Processing Specialist receives and processes pharmaceutical samples submitted for testing, including inspecting, identifying, accessioning, and preparing samples for laboratory testing. The position uses a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and other computer systems, and includes document organization, occasional client service, and assistance with sample logout, disposal, and stability-study sample labeling. No prior experience or training is necessary; paid training is provided. This full-time role offers a day shift schedule of approximately 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in a comfortable office setting with a casual dress code, an individual workspace, and limited customer interaction. No degree is required beyond a high school diploma. The company does not allow medical marijuana cards and conducts random drug testing.
Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Communication proficiency.
- Ability to understand and use a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and other computer systems.
Responsibilities
- Receive, unpack, identify, and accession pharmaceutical samples submitted for testing.
- Inspect sample condition during unpacking and distribute samples appropriately for login using LIMS.
- Handle samples, containers, and specimens carefully, following appropriate procedures and chain-of-custody requirements.
- Compare sample labels with submission forms to ensure accurate data entry and timely processing for appropriate laboratory testing.
- Resolve accessioning discrepancies by contacting the appropriate department and/or client, and document the events properly.
- Organize, scan, and save documents submitted by clients.
- Provide client services upon request.
- Assist with sample logout and disposal and label Stability Study samples as needed.
- Maintain positive professional relationships with departmental personnel and clients when providing information or investigating problematic samples.
- Follow ARL Bio Pharma safety standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
Benefits
- Paid training.
- 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
