Temp, Biorepository Associate I

LabConnect • Johnson City, TN

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About The Position

LabConnect improves lives by partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research organizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicines around the world. We are an independent, global, one-stop-shop focused on delivering Central Laboratory Services that are tailor-made, timely and flexible to meet the evolving study demands of traditional to increasingly complex trials. Additionally, we provide Functional Service Provider (FSP) Solutions, supporting our clients with scientific and technical expertise, acting as an extension of their team, coordinating all laboratory related needs, advising on strategies for lab data collection and providing end-to-end analytical and logistical solutions. The Temp, Biorepository (BRS) Associate I is responsible for sample management activities around specimen storage, retrieval, shipment, and destruction. The BRS Associate I will work closely with the Investigator Support Services (ISS) and Sample Processing Services (SPS) staff for sample management. This is a temporary, full-time onsite position based at our Johnson City, TN facility, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or GED) required
• Training and education in clinical laboratory sciences is preferred
• Experience working in a complex office operation is desirable
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including MS Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Specimen storage at all temperatures
• Preparation of specimen shipments
• Identification and escalation of sample discrepancies
• Client (internal and external) communications
• Biorepository housekeeping tasks including, but not limited to, freezer maintenance, alarm testing, maintenance of supplies, and end-of-day activities
• Attend BRS trainings/meetings
• Other duties as required by management

Benefits

• Financial Security (Base Pay and Future Eligibility of LabConnect's 401k Plan)
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision) beginning on date of hire
• Career growth opportunities
• Friendly and collaborative environment with open lines of communication

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees