Tissue Coordinator

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world's leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 850 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade. SCRI's research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20+ states across the U.S.

About the role

The Tissue Coordinator provides support to the institution's molecular profiling initiative, including maintaining accurate records for tissue sample acquisition and shipping. You will obtain archived tumor biopsies, respond to queries from sponsors and contract labs and track various metrics around the entire process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with process of obtaining fresh and archival tumor biopsies and sending/retrieving to/from study sponsor or contract lab
• Schedule research tissue biopsies and communicate procedure information to patients and/or site staff as appropriate
• Prepare study supplies/source documents necessary for obtaining fresh tissue prior to patient treatment
• Attend biopsy procedures and aid in collection of fresh tissue samples
• Coordinate the delivery and receipt of fresh tissue samples with hospital pathology laboratories
• Maintain accurate records of tissue sample acquisition and shipping
• Notify courier of any sample shipments
• Make necessary arrangements via FedEx, UPS, if samples arrive late
• Assist with process of obtaining archived tumor biopsies and sending/retrieving to/from study sponsor or contract lab
• Ensure adequate supply of dry ice is available for shipments
• Package and ship biopsy samples according to shipping manuals
• Respond to queries generated from study sponsor or contract lab regarding patient and sample data
• Track metrics, including total number of requests, amount received from path labs, amount sent to testing lab, insufficient samples, average time to receive, amount of tissue received after testing, amount of tissue returned to labs and overall number of days for processing. Report metrics monthly to leadership
• May utilize the company vehicle for the transportation of specimens
• Open to utilizing personal vehicle, if necessary (compensation provided)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, preferably a Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids
• Maintain IATA certification
• At least one year of experience, preferably in healthcare
• Ability to work flexible hours including evening and weekends
• Valid Driver's License required