Biorepository Tech - Specimen Handling & QC

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide-Children in Columbus, OH is seeking a Laboratory Specimen Technician to collect, process, and store biological specimens, supporting research and clinical testing.

You will label and track specimens, perform quality control, maintain equipment, and coordinate with staff to ensure timely handling. A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of laboratory experience are required; strong organizational and communication skills are essential. On-site role with occasional Saturday rotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science or equivalent certification and experience required.
• Coursework in anatomy, physiology, statistics, and relevant research methods preferred.
• Two years of laboratory research experience or equivalent, required.

Responsibilities

• Collects, processes, and stores biological specimens according to SOPs.
• Maintains accurate records of specimen collection, processing, and storage.
• Labels and tracks specimens throughout collection and storage.
• Performs quality control checks on specimens.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and orders supplies as needed.
• Communicates with lab staff and researchers to coordinate processing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Nationwide-Children in Columbus, OH is seeking a Laboratory Specimen Technician to collect, process, and store biological specimens, supporting research and clinical testing.

You will label and track specimens, perform quality control, maintain equipment, and coordinate with staff to ensure timely handling. A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of laboratory experience are required; strong organizational and communication skills are essential. On-site role with occasional Saturday rotations.