Biomarker Associate I

Spectraforce Technologies; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies seeks a Biomarker Associate I for an onsite 6-month assignment in South San Francisco, CA. The role supports sample management for ligand binding assays and FACS-based biomarker labs across oncology, neuroscience, immunology, and virology studies.

You will track samples, manage LN2 freezers, assist with LIMS data, and collaborate with Clinical Operations, Discovery, CQA and IT to improve lab processes.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience or familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• HIPAA and/or Human Subject Protection knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of human bio-specimen processing and storage preferred.
• Strong collaboration across clinical study teams required.

Responsibilities

• Track clinical and laboratory samples and coordinate with sites, study teams, vendors, and CROs.
• Execute and maintain sample management processes and manage large datasets, providing summaries.
• Manage clinical bio-samples and storage equipment including LN2 freezers.
• Support LIMS development and improvement with IT and QA teams.
• Assist in planning and organizing collection and shipping of bio-samples to analytical labs.
• Coordinate with Biomarker Leads to ensure timely data delivery per study timelines.
• Provide operation support to senior biomarkers staff.
• Review laboratory vendor invoices to ensure work performed.
• Contribute to process improvements for sample collection, processing and analysis.

Skills

MS Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

HIPAA knowledge

Education

BA/BS in Biology or Pharmacology

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Position Title: Biomarker Associate I

Work Location: South San Francisco, CA - 94080

Assignment Duration: 6 Months (Potential Extension)

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary

This is an onsite position responsible for providing sample management support to ligand binding analysis and FACS-based biomarker laboratories. The samples are collected from preclinical and clinical studies in various therapeutic areas including oncology, neuroscience, immunology, and virology.

Background & Context

The role supports Flow Cytometry Teams, Ligand Binding Assay Teams, and Biomarker Research Programs within The Organization. It is primarily operational and logistics focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Track Clinical and laboratory samples and follow up with sites/study team, vendors, and/or CRO to resolve queries, discrepancy, reconciliation, and data entry as needed.
• Execute and maintain processes for sample management, able to organize and manage large datasets, and provide regular summaries to team.
• Manage clinical bio-samples and storage equipment, including LN2 freezers.
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Discovery, CQA and IT, contribute to the development and efficiency of departmental Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Assist in the planning and organization of collection and shipping of bio-samples from investigator sites or centralized locations and subsequent delivery to analytical laboratories or company site.
• Partner with Biomarker Leads to ensure the delivery of bio-sample data in accordance with study timelines.
• Provide operation support for Senior Biomarker Associates and Biomarker Leads.
• Support relationships with laboratory vendors, provide input into trial-specific agreements and assess service level commitments of labs involved in sample analysis.
• Ensure issues are resolved or escalated in a timely manner.
• Assist to review laboratory vendor invoices to ensure appropriate work has been completed.
• Contributes to functional process and system improvements to ensure samples are collected, processed, and analyzed appropriately.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proficiency in MS office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications.
• Previous experience and proficiency in utilizing LIMS preferred.
• Previous HIPAA and/or Human Subject Protection knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of processing and storage management of human bio-specimen preferred.
• Effective team player and ability to collaborate with cross functional clinical study teams.
• Ability to oversee bio-sample management activities across multiple clinical trials.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast paced, team-based environment and work independently when necessary.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills necessary to interface with outside vendors, consultants, and team members.
• Hands‑on experience in handling clinical biological samples.
• Demonstrated strengths in planning, organizational, analytical skills, time management, problem solving, and attention to detail.
• Proven critical reasoning skills including the identification and resolution of complex problems.
• BA/BS in Biology, Pharmacology or equivalent, with/or 1 to 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in clinical research or bio‑sample handling at either an investigational site, pharmaceutical/biotech company, or equivalent.