Sample Management Technician

• Proficiency in basic computer applications (i.e. Microsoft Office) High School diploma
• Attention to detail
• Organized
• Must be able to work overtime as needed
• Participate in on-call schedule
• Familiar with basic computer applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
• Adherence to federal and/or local regulations as applicable

• Reviews laboratory workload and prepares schedules in conjunction with Laboratory Manager and SM Supervisor.
• Documents activities, records observations and completes all paperwork in accordance with GLPs, SOPs, and protocol.
• Receive, check-in verify, and accession of study samples into Watson LIMS according to established guidelines and SOPs.
• Use established checklists in the routine performance of task.
• Use, update and maintain sample management tracking logs.
• Identify and document all discrepancies between client paperwork, Watson LIMS, and sample vials.
• Generate discrepancy reports and notifies PI, sponsor/relevant parties of the discrepancies. Follows up to obtain resolution in a timely manner.
• Assures proper storage conditions for sample types.
• Monitor proper storage of samples, including appropriate location, temperature and condition of freezers.
• Performs freezer inventory/cycle counts.
• On-call for REES Freezer monitoring.
• Prepares labels using automated and manual systems.
• Verifies transfer requests, create run boxes/stage runs and re-file analyzed samples to permanent location
• Accessions samples using automated and manual systems.
• Use Watson LIMS to set-up shipments and receive shipment samples.
• Use Watson LIMS to edit subject ID information and assign custom IDs.
• Assists in Troubleshooting sample accession related issues.
• Prepare sample disposition notifications and dispose of study samples.
• Reviews study protocol and ensure study tasks and data for studies are conducted in accordance with established protocols, SOPs, GLPs, and other pertinent regulatory requirements.
• Notifies PI and sponsor of sample quality issues and documents appropriately.
• Ability to function effectively in a team-oriented atmosphere. Works independently when necessary.
• Recognizes deviations from normal situations and results, resolves problems within area of expertise, and informs supervisor when the problem is outside of their scope, experience or authority.
• Responds to client/QC/QA audits and documents deviations.
• Recommends process improvements and/or assists in revising SOPs/Forms.
• Assists in training Sample management personnel.

• Performs general sample management laboratory support functions such as supply inventory, shipping procedures, lab equipment (freezer) maintenance.
• Sets an example of working safely with potentially hazardous substances including bloodborne pathogens. Practices universal safety precautions and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Ability to lift 20 to 50 lbs.
• Ability to produce high quality data while working under the pressure of strict deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and participate in multiple studies concurrently.
• Overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required.
• Participates in afterhours on call list as required
• Other duties as assigned and trained.