Specimen Processor

Pharmaron • Baltimore, MD

2d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Pharmaron is seeking a Specimen Processor to join their clinical research team. This role is responsible for the collection, processing, documentation, and storage of clinical research specimens. The Specimen Processor will work alongside clinical research and laboratory professionals to ensure specimens are handled with high standards of quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance, contributing to medical research.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic laboratory or specimen handling knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Medical Laboratory Technology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification or relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience processing clinical research or diagnostic laboratory specimens.
• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).

Responsibilities

• Collect and process clinical research specimens, including blood, urine, saliva, emesis, and stool, according to study protocols.
• Receive, sort, centrifuge, aliquot, label, rack, and store specimens following protocol-specific laboratory manuals and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain specimen integrity through accurate handling, processing, storage, and documentation.
• Operate laboratory equipment including pipettes, centrifuges, balances, pH meters, and related instrumentation.
• Utilize electronic laboratory systems to document specimen collection, processing, storage, and shipment activities.
• Prepare study-specific laboratory supplies and materials to support protocol activities.
• Prepare laboratory solutions, perform dilutions, and complete calculations as required.
• Identify and promptly report specimen discrepancies, processing issues, or conditions that may impact study quality or specimen viability.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation throughout every stage of specimen processing.
• Follow Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), laboratory safety procedures, and chemical hygiene standards at all times.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Clinical Research Coordinators, Medical Laboratory Technologists, Principal Investigators, sponsors, and laboratory staff to support successful study execution.

Benefits

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED