Supervisor, Biospecimen Management
About The Position
The Biospecimen Management (BSM) Supervisor is responsible for the general supervision of BSM personnel and the daily operations of the BSM workflows, which include clinical, pharma, research, and validation sample types. The BSM Supervisor may also perform sample receipt, accessioning, plasma isolation, and pooling, and recording samples sent for laboratory testing. In addition, the BSM Supervisor will be required to perform quality control and quality assurance procedures while complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laboratory requirements. The nature of the work requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to learn how to operate and troubleshoot multiple digital platforms, and being flexible with tasks and schedules. The BSM Supervisor must be able to lead and work with a team, as well as work independently.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or related field preferred
- At least 3 years of related experience within a clinical laboratory, healthcare, or in the biotechnology industry strongly preferred
- Previous supervisory or management experience preferred
- Demonstrate a high level of competency when assisting in the pre-analytical sample processing steps
- Ability to pipette and perform basic laboratory functions
- Ability to proactively communicate consistently, clearly, and honestly
- Strong computer skills and experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) required
- Strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers and customers, as needed
- Ability to provide and receive feedback in a constructive manner
- Strong analysis and problem solving skills
- Ability to prepare and maintain records and logs
- Ability to prioritize tasks and drive results with a high emphasis on quality
- Ability to analyze and solve basic issues
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day supervision of BSM personnel
- Responsible for the operation of the BSM pre-analytical laboratory including receiving, accessioning, and processing all incoming specimens
- Responsible for monitoring laboratory performance, including analyzing laboratory data, and identifying areas for improvement
- Coach and mentor Biorepository Associates and Specialists
- Identify process improvement opportunities and present them to the Manager
- Perform, review, and document laboratory quality control procedures
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment as needed
- Recruit and train BSM staff
- Ensure that personnel are qualified and competent to perform their duties and keep personnel files updated including training documentation and competency assessments
- Represent BSM in cross-functional meetings
- Maintain a productive, operational relationship with the IT and Enterprise Software departments to communicate ongoing modification requests
- Work closely with the Clinical Operations Supervisors, Clinical Development, Clinical Trials team, and Client Services Department in developing efficiencies/processes between the functional areas to ensure that SOPs and best practices for each department are met
- Perform administrative duties including but not limited to writing and reviewing employee performance evaluations, SOPs, protocols, clinical trial sample tracking, and equipment maintenance forms
- Maintain stringent standards for quality; identify and report any issues which might adversely impact the quality of test results and/or employee safety
- Responsible for ensuring that laboratory operations are conducted in a safe manner, including implementing safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment
- Support department projects and goals
- Document all corrective actions are taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications
- Assist with internal audits and inspection preparation, as needed
- Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to a Manager or Safety Officer
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
