Sample Management Technician -1st Shift (12-month contract)

Essential Responsibilities: Timely GxP-compliant receipt of reference material and/or incoming samplesMay initiate sample chain-of-custody paperwork and/or electronic recordsProvides timely notification of sample receipt to appropriate BAL/client personnelGenerates and maintains records in a GxP compliant mannerManages sample receipt freezer inventoryCollects metrics data required to monitor sample receipt processesRecommends process improvementsMay train new Sample Management TechniciansMay assist with disposition of samplesMay assist with internal transfer of samples from temporary freezers to permanent freezersFollows BAL SOPsMay accession samples as neededReviews study sample metadata to confirm consistency between the tube labels, study paperwork and electronic sample management systems (eSMS)Accessions samples into LIMSImports electronic data into electronic sample management system (e.g. FreezerPro)Resolves discrepancies, with responsibility for investigating and correcting sample anomalies identified in the eSMS systemManage pre and post-test sample storagePull/check out samples for testingCheck in samples after testing Minimum Preferred Qualifications: Skills Working knowledge of GxP regulationsAbility to work in a fast-paced team environment where multiple concurrent projects must be completed in a timely mannerAbility to take direction well and multi-taskAcute attention to detail and excellent organizational skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsProficiency in MS Excel and WordProficiency in LIMS and Quality Management software packages Additional Responsibilities Other duties as needed Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: Education/Experience High school diploma Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: Skills Ability to work under GxP regulationsAbility to work in a fast-paced team environment where multiple concurrent projects must be completed in a timely mannerAbility to take direction well and multi-taskAcute attention to detail and excellent organizational skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to quickly build proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, LIMS and Quality Management software Preferred Credentials Experience with shipping and receiving proceduresFamiliarity with GxP regulations in a laboratory environmentExperience using Watson LIMS Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities Supervision Received Frequent supervision and instructionsInfrequently exercises discretionary authority Working Environment Primarily laboratory environment, including use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, lab coats and glovesOccasional loading dock environmentOccasional office environmentRoutinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinetsExposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organismsPotential exposure to skin and lung irritants, toxic materials, and hazardous wasteExposure to fluctuating temperatures on rare occasions Physical Demands Ability to transition between sitting, standing and walking for up to eight (8) hours per dayRepetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wristsFrequent mobility neededOccasional crouching or stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neckLight to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moving) objects, including laboratory samples, laboratory equipment, and laptop computer, with a maximum lift of 30 poundsAbility to use personal protective equipment and work effectively in freezers as cold as -80°CAbility to communicate information and ideas so others will understand, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentencesFrequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groupsRequires multiple periods of intense concentrationPerforms a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrenceAbility to perform under stress and multi-taskRegular and consistent attendance Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position1st Shift Working Hours: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday with the potential to move to 7am-3pmSome flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the “core” work hours as published in the BioAgilytix Employee HandbookOccasional weekend, holiday, and evening work required We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. 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