Supervisor, Sample Management

ICON Plc; Ireland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON Plc is seeking a Supervisor for Sample Management in Ireland to oversee the management and processing of biological samples for clinical trials. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field and have experience in sample management and laboratory operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing laboratory operations, and leading a team, all to advance clinical research. ICON offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health insurance offerings

Flexible country-specific optional benefits

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in sample management, biobanking, or laboratory operations within a clinical research environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements related to sample handling.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the sample management laboratory.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards.
• Providing leadership and training to sample management staff.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific discipline

Job description

Supervisor, Sample Management

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Supervisor, Sample Management to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Supervisor, Sample Management at ICON, you will play a critical role in overseeing the management, processing, and distribution of biological samples within clinical trials. You will ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements, contributing to the successful execution of research protocols and the advancement of innovative therapies.
What You Will Be Doing:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the sample management laboratory, including sample receipt, processing, storage, and shipment.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, quality standards, and internal policies related to sample management.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate sample processing in support of clinical trial activities.
• Managing inventory control and tracking systems to maintain proper documentation and chain of custody for all samples.
• Providing leadership and training to sample management staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and quality assurance.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline, such as biology, chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience in sample management, biobanking, or laboratory operations within a clinical research environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices related to sample handling and storage.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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