Biosample Coordinator I

Motion Recruitment; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment in Oro Valley, AZ seeks a Biosample Coordinator I for a 6-month assignment with potential extension or full-time conversion. The role focuses on processing, triaging, and tracking biosample shipments, maintaining chain of custody, and supporting workflow improvements within the BioSample Management Group.

Responsibilities include sample intake, accessioning, QC, client communication, labeling, and pathology support.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of biosample management or related experience.
• Strong problem-solving and data-entry accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented with ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Sample Intake & Triage: receive, open, and triage incoming sample shipments, directing them to testing locations.
• Accessioning & QC: perform sample accessioning and conduct QC on demographic data entry for accuracy.
• Client Communication: act as point of contact for clients regarding held or rejected samples.
• Labeling & Documentation: label samples and perform final QC checks for labeling accuracy.
• Pathology Support: image-stained slides returned from Pathology and ensure deliverables meet timelines.
• Logistics Coordination: manage internal and client requests, including global sample shipments, maintaining chain of custody.
• Operational Management: oversee the team inbox to track and complete requests.
• Process Improvement: lead deliverables for process improvement workstreams in BioSample Management.
• General Support: perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Biosample Coordinator I
Duration: 6 Months with possible ext. or FTE
Location: Oro Valley AZ (85755)
The Opportunity:

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Biospecimen Coordinator. This role is essential to our daily operations, ensuring that sample shipments are processed, triaged, and tracked with high precision. You will be instrumental in maintaining accurate chain of custody and supporting various workflow improvements within the BioSample Management Group.

Core Responsibilities:

• Sample Intake & Triage: Receive, open, and triage incoming sample shipments, directing them to the appropriate testing locations.
• Accessioning & QC: Perform sample accessioning and conduct quality control checks on demographic data entry to ensure accuracy.
• Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for clients regarding held or rejected samples, resolving issues promptly.
• Labeling & Documentation: Execute sample labeling and perform final quality control checks to verify labeling accuracy.
• Pathology Support: Image-stained slides returned from Pathology, ensuring all deliverables are met within established timelines.
• Logistics Coordination: Manage internal and client requests, including global sample shipments, while maintaining rigorous chain of custody standards.
• Operational Management: Oversee the team inbox to ensure all requests are tracked and completed.
• Process Improvement: Lead and drive deliverables for assigned process improvement workstreams within the BioSample Management Group.
• General Support: Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Who You Are:

• Experience: 1-5 years of relevant experience.
• Problem Solver: You possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues effectively.
• Communication Skills: You are a clear, professional communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Detail-Oriented: You have a meticulous approach to your work and a high standard for quality.
• Multitasker: You can manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with biosample management and assessioning; good Google Suite/Microsoft office skills (e.g., MS Word/Excel, Google Docs/Sheets, etc.); experience with LIMS or other sample tracking software.