Biorepository Specialist

Immunai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Immunai is seeking a Biorepository Specialist to oversee biospecimen handling, cold storage, and shipments in line with SOPs and Chain of Custody. You will administer ELN schema and templates, perform routine lab maintenance, and manage LN2/-80°C inventories. On-call support after hours is required.

The role is based in New York, NY, on-site, and requires detail-oriented individuals with lab experience in regulated environments. Immunai prides itself on collaboration and excellence.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a biological science-related discipline with 2-5 years of industry experience.
• Established knowledge of good laboratory practice techniques, safety controls and equipment procedures, and biospecimen handling.
• Experience with laboratory sample asset and inventory management using LIMS or ELN.
• Must be detail oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a regulated (cGLP) environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end sample management operations: receiving, inspecting, accessioning, retrieving, packaging, distributing, archiving, and disposition of biospecimens.
• Partner with Quality administration to maintain SOPs and Chain of Custody documentation; author/edit SOPs as needed.
• Maintain the Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN): managing schemas, templates, dashboards, and system configurations; interface with users across the company.
• Maintain, monitor, and manage inventories for cold storage units, including LN2 and -80°C freezers.
• Provide on-call emergency support for after-hours equipment or biorepository alerts.
• Perform light laboratory maintenance and restocking of biorepository supplies.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Detail oriented

Verbal and written communication

Operational excellence

Team collaboration

Growth mindset

Regulatory awareness

Education

BS/BA in biological sciences

Tools

ELN (Electronic Lab Notebook)

LIMS

SQL

Job description

About Immunai

Immunai is an AI-driven platform company focused on improving drug discovery and development by decoding the human immune system. We combine large-scale single cell immune data, advanced machine learning, and strong engineering to help pharmaceutical and research partners make better, more informed decisions throughout the drug development process.

About Immunai

Immunai is an AI-driven platform company focused on improving drug discovery and development by decoding the human immune system. We combine large-scale single cell immune data, advanced machine learning, and strong engineering to help pharmaceutical and research partners make better, more informed decisions throughout the drug development process. Our long-term goal is to reduce drug development failure rates and help more effective medicines reach patients. We’re building this platform thoughtfully and collaboratively, bringing together expertise across biology, AI, engineering, and business. Immunai is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About the role

The Biorepository Specialist oversees sample management operations, ensuring biospecimen handling, cold storage, and shipment procedures adhere strictly to SOPs and Chain of Custody documentation. This role is responsible for administering the Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), including schema and template management, while performing routine lab maintenance and providing after-hours emergency support.

Location: New York, NY (on-site role)

What will you do?

• Oversee end-to-end sample management operations, including receiving, inspecting, accessioning, retrieving, packaging, distributing, archiving, and disposition of biospecimens.
• Partner with Quality administration to maintain strict compliance with SOPs and Chain of Custody documentation; author and edit SOPs as needed.
• Assist maintenance of the Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), managing schemas, templates, dashboards, and system configurations. Perform maintenance functions and interface with users across the company.
• Maintain, monitor, and manage inventories for cold storage units, including liquid nitrogen (LN2) and -80°C freezers.
• Provide on-call emergency support for after-hours equipment or biorepository alerts.
• Perform light laboratory maintenance, including restocking biorepository supplies, and other duties as assigned by the Operations Team.

Requirements

Required qualifications

• BS/BA in a biological science-related discipline, with 2-5 years of industry experience.
• Established, proven knowledge of good laboratory practice techniques, general safety controls and equipment procedures, universal precautions in biospecimen handling, and blood-borne pathogen training.
• Experience in laboratory sample asset and inventory management using LIMS or an ELN.
• Must be detail oriented, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Commitment to operational excellence.
• Knowledge of SQL is desired.
• Experience within a regulated (cGLP) environment is a plus.

Desired personal traits

• You want to make an impact on humankind
• You prioritize “We” over “I”
• You enjoy getting things done and striving for excellence
• You collaborate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures
• You have a growth mindset
• You are candid, authentic, and transparent

Compensation

This position offers a base salary typically between $85,000 - $100,000. There is an opportunity to consider higher compensation above this range based on business need, candidate experience, and or skills.