Accessioning Technician

Aegis Sciences Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Sciences Corporation in Nashville, TN, is seeking an Accessioning Technician to receive and accession laboratory samples, verify chain of custody, and prepare specimens for testing. You will log data into the LIMS, maintain specimen identification, aliquot samples for initial testing, and ensure proper storage while upholding safety and quality procedures.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred) and relevant lab experience; scheduling is Tuesday through

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
• Relevant laboratory experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Log specimens into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) ensuring accurate demographic and testing request entry.
• Maintain positive specimen identification through the use of barcodes and ‘Chain of Custody’ procedures.
• Aliquot specimens for initial requested testing and facilitate delivery to appropriate laboratories.
• Store specimens per storage requirements allowing for ease of location of samples post‑initial testing.
• Aliquot and facilitate delivery of specimens to appropriate laboratory section for additional, repeat or confirmation testing as directed through the LIMS system or by laboratory leadership.
• Comply with all individual and team and laboratory safety and quality procedures and requirements.
• Verify samples/specimens for discard through Horizon Notify Shipping/Receiving/QC Departments of low stock and/or needed supplies.
• Participate in process improvements, including process definition, measurement analysis, and implementation of controls.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

The Accessioning Technician is responsible for sample receipt, accessioning and rework within the laboratory. He or she receives samples, confirming the integrity of the ‘chain of custody’ and other receiving criteria, and prepares samples for further processing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Open all delivered lab specimens verifying sample identity and testing requirements are met
• Log specimens into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) ensuring accurate demographic and testing request entry
• Maintain positive specimen identification through the use of barcodes and ‘Chain of Custody’ procedures
• Aliquot specimens for initial requested testing and facilitate delivery to appropriate laboratories
• Store specimens per storage requirements allowing for ease of location of samples post‑initial testing
• Aliquot and facilitate delivery of specimens to appropriate laboratory section for additional, repeat or confirmation testing as directed through the LIMS system or by laboratory leadership
• Comply with all individual and team and laboratory safety and quality procedures and requirements
• Verify samples/specimens for discard through Horizon Notify Shipping/Receiving/QC Departments of low stock and/or needed supplies
• Participate in process improvements, including process definition, measurement analysis, and implementation of controls
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
• Participate in data collection efforts within the laboratory
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill
• Communicate with coworkers, clients, vendors, and visitors professionally and respectfully
• Ensure a tidy/clean workspace at all times
• Other duties as required and assigned

A Successful Candidate Must Possess

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred
• Relevant laboratory experience strongly preferred

Schedule

• Tuesday - Saturday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Aegis Sciences Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer