Biospecimen Acquisition and Data Specialist

System One; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

System One in Pleasanton, CA seeks a Biospecimen Acquisition and Data Specialist on a contract basis. The role is hybrid (onsite and remote) with 40 hours per week and $50.00–$56.34/hour.

You will drive end-to-end sample acquisition, ensure data quality, and coordinate with R&D, Procurement, Legal, and Quality teams to meet deadlines. A scientific bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in molecular biology, clinical trials, or sample management are required; advanced degrees and LIMS knowledge are a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline
• At least 2 years experience applying broad knowledge in molecular biology, clinical trial operations, or sample management
• Demonstrated success being part of a high-performing team environment, thinking strategically, and excelling in cross-functional collaboration
• Commitment to developing your skills to better yourself and your team
• Prior experience navigating a highly complex, global matrix environment to align cross-functional stakeholders
• Regulatory/compliance experience (GCP, HIPAA, IRB) preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end sample acquisition and data management workflows to ensure the precise fulfillment of customer requests.
• Uphold rigorous data quality, overseeing the collection, review, and maintenance of documentation to ensure accurate and complete datasets.
• Partner with stakeholders in R&D teams to define requirements, provide progress updates, and ensure commitments for biological materials are met.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment with local and global stakeholders, including Procurement, Legal, Safety, Quality, and Logistics (Import/Export).
• Ensure project accuracy and quality, responding with agility to shifting priorities while meeting strict deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

LIMS system

Job description

Job Title: Biospecimen Acquisition and Data Specialist
Location: Pleasanton, CA
Type: Contract
Compensation: $50.00 - $56.34/hr
Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote
Hours: 40 hours/week

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end sample acquisition and data management workflows to ensure the precise fulfillment of customer requests.
• Uphold rigorous data quality, overseeing the collection, review, and maintenance of documentation to ensure accurate and complete datasets.
• Partner with stakeholders in R&D teams to define requirements, provide progress updates, and ensure commitments for biological materials are met.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment with local and global stakeholders, including Procurement, Legal, Safety, Quality, and Logistics (Import/Export).
• Ensure project accuracy and quality, responding with agility to shifting priorities while meeting strict deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline
• At least 2 years experience applying broad knowledge in molecular biology, clinical trial operations, or sample management.
• Demonstrated success being part of a high-performing team environment, thinking strategically, and excelling in cross-functional collaboration.
• Commitment to developing your skills to better yourself and your team.
• Preferred: Advanced degree in a scientific discipline
• Prior experience navigating a highly complex, global matrix environment to align cross-functional stakeholders
• Knowledge of LIMs system is a plus
• Regulatory/compliance experience (GCP, HIPAA, IRB) preferred
• Experience interacting with vendors, CROs, or external labs is a plus
• Clinical trial or biobanking experience preferred
• Attention to detail and good communication skills

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #558-Scientific