Biomarker Sample Operations Associate III

Posted 2 days ago

planet pharmaNorth Chicago (IL)

Project Management Specialists Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)

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About the role

Responsibilities:

Responsible for receipt and tracking of incoming sample shipments, sample accessioning and tracking samples throughout their lifecycle using StarLIMS.Coordinate sample processing, labelling, and storage
Maintain sample storage equipment (Refrigerator/Ultralow/LN2) and monitor equipment functionality and temperature
Coordinate sample analysis and data transfer. Pull sample inventory reports from various databases and determine the accurate list of samples available for testing.
Plan, organize and ship biomarker samples from investigator sites or centralized locations and subsequent delivery to assay laboratories or sites. Ensure timely shipments to vendors and/or storage sites.
Manage relationships with laboratory vendors, provide input into trial-specific documents and assess service level commitments of labs involved in sample analysis. Ensure issues are resolved or escalated in a timely manner.
Help project managers with vendor oversight in compliance with procedures and applicable regulations.
In partnership with Clinical Operations, Biomarker Scientists, and IT, contribute to the development, implementation, and management of a sample tracking system for assigned studies.
Contribute to functional process and system improvements to ensure samples are collected, processed, analyzed, transported, stored, and destroyed appropriately for each assigned study.
Reconcile data and samples stored in databases.
Adhere to ICH/GCP, biorepository procedures, biosample management best practices and ethical guidelines.
Contribute to a positive and motivating work environment that encourages mutual respect, innovation, and accountability at all levels.
Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-based environment and work independently when needed.

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree with 3+ years project management, knowledge of oncology, including biomarkers and/or clinical trial experience
Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of project management, knowledge of oncology, including biomarkers and/or clinical trial experience
Expertise in MS Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPointExcellent oral and written communication skills in English
Organization, attention to details and effective time management with an ability to adapt to changing priorities; excellent analytical and interpersonal skillsPMP certification a plus
Clinical trial experience
Scientific background and knowledge of oncology
Ability to work with minor supervision

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