Biosampling Lead for Clinical Studies

GSK; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK is seeking a biosampling lead to design and deliver biosampling plans and logistics for UK clinical studies. You will work with study teams, sites, laboratories and vendors to protect sample quality and patient safety.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and collaboration across global partners, with hybrid work and Stevenage office involvement. You will coordinate with central and local laboratories, ensure chain of custody, and monitor timelines and quality metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field.
• Hands-on biosampling, sample management or clinical operations experience.
• Knowledge of cold chain, sample handling and shipment.
• Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple timelines.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of biosampling plans, sample handling procedures and logistics for clinical studies.
• Coordinate with study teams, clinical sites, laboratories, and logistics partners to ensure consistent sample handling.
• Maintain chain of custody, correct storage conditions and temperature control for all samples.
• Monitor timelines and quality metrics, identify risks to sample integrity, and drive corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain study-specific biosampling documents, including procedures and sample tracking guides.
• Provide training and support to site staff and study teams on biosampling procedures and quality expectations.

Skills

Agile Thinking

Clinical Development

Clinical Trial Designs

Decision Making

Fostering Collaboration

Influencing Without Authority

Leadership

Matrix Leadership

Mentorship

People Management

Project Management

Risk Management

Strategic Thinking

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, biomedical sciences or related field

Tools

LIMS

Temperature data loggers

Sample tracking systems

Job description

GSK is seeking a biosampling lead to design and deliver biosampling plans and logistics for UK clinical studies. You will work with study teams, sites, laboratories and vendors to protect sample quality and patient safety.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and collaboration across global partners, with hybrid work and Stevenage office involvement. You will coordinate with central and local laboratories, ensure chain of custody, and monitor timelines and quality metrics.