Biospecimen Coordinator I

System One Clinical & Science; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Biospecimen Coordinator I for an onsite contract in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on daily biospecimen intake, shipment processing, and strict chain-of-custody practices. You will support accessioning, documentation accuracy, and cross-team coordination in a fast-paced environment.

You will triage samples, perform QC, label, and communicate with clients to resolve issues, ensuring timely delivery of materials while maintaining data integrity.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of relevant biospecimen experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Receive, triage, and route sample shipments.
• Perform accessioning and QC on data entry.
• Serve as client contact for held or rejected samples.
• Label and document samples with accuracy.
• Support pathology-related deliverables within timelines.
• Coordinate internal and client requests, including international shipments.

Skills

Biospecimen management

Accessioning

Documentation

Quality control

Chain of custody

Logistics coordination

Sample intake

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

LIMS

Job description

Job Title: Biospecimen Coordinator I
Location: Tucson, AZ
Type: Contract
Compensation: $30.00
Work Model: Onsite
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Overtime may be required based on business needs)

Overview

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Biospecimen Coordinator I to support daily biospecimen intake and workflow execution. This onsite contract role is responsible for shipment processing, accessioning support, documentation accuracy, and coordination of internal requests while maintaining strict chain-of-custody practices. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high-volume tasks, prioritizing requests, and communicating clearly to resolve sample issues efficiently.

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 accessioning; good Google Suite/Microsoft Office skills (e.g., MS Word/Excel, Google Docs/Sheets); experience with LIMS or other sample tracking software.

System One, and its subsidiaries including 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.