Biorepository Sample Management Technician

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Biorepository Sample Management Technician to support the receipt, processing, storage, and inventory management of biological specimens and raw materials in a regulated laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry and a strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations, specimen handling, and laboratory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accession, process, label, and store biological specimens and raw materials according to established SOPs.
• Maintain accurate sample inventory using laboratory inventory management systems (LIMS or equivalent), ensuring complete traceability and chain of custody.
• Perform specimen processing activities, including aliquoting, labeling, packaging, and preparation for long-term storage or shipment.
• Manage sample storage in refrigerated, frozen, and ultra-low temperature environments while maintaining sample integrity.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment of laboratory supplies and consumables.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with GLP, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all labeling is accurate, compliant, and supports sample traceability.
• Conduct routine inventory reconciliations, audits, and discrepancy investigations.
• Prepare samples for internal distribution and external shipment following applicable shipping and handling procedures.
• Assist with equipment monitoring, maintenance, and temperature documentation for storage units.
• Support quality initiatives, inspections, and audits by maintaining organized records and compliant laboratory practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Laboratory Operations, and Research personnel.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, clinical laboratory, or biorepository environment.
• Experience handling biological specimens, clinical samples, and/or raw materials.
• Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations and laboratory documentation requirements.
• Experience with specimen processing, labeling, inventory management, and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or electronic inventory tracking systems.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining data accuracy and compliance.

Preferred

• Experience working in GMP or GCP regulated environments.
• Knowledge of biological sample storage requirements, including cryogenic and ultra-low temperature storage.
• Experience supporting laboratory audits or regulatory inspections.
• Familiarity with barcode labeling systems and electronic sample tracking.
• Experience shipping biological specimens in compliance with applicable regulations.

Key Competencies

• Sample and specimen management
• Inventory control
• Biological sample handling
• Raw material management
• GLP compliance
• SOP adherence
• Documentation and data integrity
• Chain of custody
• Quality-focused mindset
• Time management and organization
• Team collaboration
• Problem-solving

Benefits

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. Kelly also offers a variety of benefits and perks, including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. 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