The Sample Coordinator ensures all samples in MolBioA are entered, located and tracked by established deadlines and in compliance with SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines, assuring chain of custody for all samples throughout their lifecycle.
In this position, you will perform a variety of sample accession responsibilities in compliance with appropriate SOPs, GLP / GCP requirements and regulatory guidelines, in support of operational requirements.
This is a laboratory-based role with direct responsibility for ensuring that effective and efficient material coordination and associated processes are followed for incoming and outgoing materials.
Essential Job Duties:
Sample accession core tasks, including delivery receipt, inventory, labelling, storage, disposal, shipping and client communication.
Aliquots and sub divides samples in preparation for testing.
Use of Departmental systems (LIMS, trackers etc.) as appropriate to maintain sample integrity.
Ownership of entry and accuracy of data into Departmental systems.
Accurate interpretation of project specific documentation.
Reviews shipping inventory documents against materials received to ensure accuracy and communicate discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
Planning and prioritization of team and individual workload.
Contributes to a cohesive team environment.
Communicates effectively with internal and external customers.
Introduces and develops process improvement initiatives.
Reports and escalates any maintenance or equipment issues relating to their workplace.
Participates in the maintenance of equipment and equipment records used within the team.
Trains new employees, working with and directing less experienced staff, and prioritizing workloads and / or special projects on a daily basis.
Documentation
Ensures that their individual training records are up to date and accurately reflect their capabilities.
Maintains files of all relevant documentation for inspection by QA and other regulatory agencies.
Supports the issue of SOP's detailing specific procedures relevant to sample and materials management within CMC.
Health and Safety
Experience:
Minimum of 12 months related experience
Experience and application of sample accession receipt, transfer and shipping processes
Working knowledge of a functioning LIMS
Effective communication skills at all levels with both internal and external customers
An understanding of health and safety policies as well as GXP
Education:
Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here (https://careers.labcorp.com/global/en/us-rewards-and-wellness) .
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