Biological Sample Management Associate

R&D Partners; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA

401k plan

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term disability

Weekly payroll

Online timecard approval

Job summary

A global functional service provider in Santa Monica is seeking a skilled professional to manage biological sample activities for clinical trials. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in biological sciences and have 2–3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include tracking sample collection and processing, navigating laboratory systems, and ensuring protocol compliance. The role offers a competitive salary of $80,000 - $83,000, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in biological sample management within clinical research or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of sample processing protocols and shipping conditions.
• Familiarity with central lab systems.

Responsibilities

• Track and reconcile sample collection and processing activities.
• Maintain and update laboratory processing instructions.
• Navigate sample management systems to generate inventory reports.

Skills

Biological sample management

Understanding of sample collection protocols

Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Collaboration with Clinical Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Tools

LabLink

Job description

• Primary focus on biological sample management for several clinical trials within and across development programs.
• Track and reconcile sample collection, processing, and shipment activities; resolve sample-related issues in collaboration with Clinical Operations.
• Maintain and update laboratory processing instructions and ensure consistency across programs.
• Navigate central laboratory sample management systems and company's Clinical Pharmacology Laboratory Information Management System (CPLIMS) to generate inventory reports and manage sample orders.
• Place sample requests in compliance with protocol and informed consent requirements, including optional biomarker analyses and subject consent tracking.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences (preferred).
• 2–3 years of experience in biological sample management within clinical research or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of sample collection, processing protocols, and shipping conditions.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and central lab systems (e.g., LabLink).

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Online timecard approval

Pay Scale

$80,000 - $83,000 (Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.