Clinical Sample Management Research Associate

At this time, Wavecrest cannot transfer nor sponsor a work Visa for this position. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Join a collaborative research team supporting innovative gene therapy, RNA, and gene-editing programs. This role offers hands-on experience with clinical sample management, study operations, and cross-functional research support in a fast-paced biotech environment. Pay: $33/hr Schedule: 1st shift Type of Job: Contract to Permanent Location: Columbus, OH Benefits Offered Medical/dental coverage! Weekly pay! 401k and PTO after 6 months! Great benefit package offered upon conversion! Clinical Sample Management Research Associate Daily Tasks: What you will do: Coordinate the movement, receipt, tracking and reconciliation of biological specimens supporting clinical and pre-clinical research studies.Maintain accurate electronic records for study samples, associated consent information and supporting documentation.Investigate and resolve sample discrepancies by partnering with research sites, laboratory personnel and external service providers.Review study-related documents for completeness and accuracy before maintaining them within centralized electronic systems.Support the development and continuous improvement of processes used to track and manage research specimens.Coordinate study materials and supplies required by biopsy, surgical and laboratory locations.Maintain training resources and documentation for research sites involved in specimen collection and handling.Partner with clinical operations, laboratory operations, data management and other research functions to support accurate transfer of sample and study information.Communicate with CROs, specialty laboratories and other external partners regarding study requirements, sample status and outstanding issues.Support vendor activities, including operational coordination, expense tracking and budget forecasting.Assist with preparation and review of SOPs, technical reports and other controlled research documentation.Maintain departmental metrics and provide updates regarding sample status, reconciliation activities and operational issues.Perform all activities in accordance with applicable GCP, GLP, ICH, FDA and internal quality requirements. Clinical Sample Management Research Associate Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or a closely related scientific discipline.Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting clinical research operations or managing clinical research specimens within a biotechnology, pharmaceutical or healthcare environment.Previous experience working under GCP and/or GLP requirements.Demonstrated experience coordinating, documenting, tracking or reconciling clinical samples or biological specimens. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!