Biospecimen Data Specialist (Temporary)

Virbiotechnologyinc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is seeking a Biospecimen Data Specialist (Temporary) in San Francisco to coordinate and manage biospecimen data across the lifecycle, leveraging Smartsheet and Excel to ensure data integrity.

The role requires a life sciences or data management background and experience with biospecimen data systems, with in-office presence for at least 3 days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, data management, or related field.
• Experience with biospecimen or laboratory data management systems (Smartsheet, Excel).
• Experience with programming or automation for data tracking and reporting preferred.
• Proficiency in data reporting and database maintenance.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for biospecimen management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Log and track biospecimen transactions, including shipments and destruction.
• Maintain central and third-party lab databases for real-time accuracy of sample records.
• Develop, implement, and maintain sample reporting plans using Excel/Smartsheet or similar tools.
• Collaborate with laboratory teams and external partners to streamline sample management processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational data standards for biospecimen handling and documentation.

Skills

Biospecimen data mgmt

Data reporting

Database maintenance

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

Smartsheet

Excel

Job description

Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes programs for chronic hepatitis delta and multiple PRO-XTEN® dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications. Vir Biotechnology also has a preclinical portfolio of programs across a range of infectious diseases and oncologic malignancies.

Vir Biotechnology has exclusive rights to the universal PRO-XTEN®masking platform for oncology and infectious disease. PRO-XTEN® is a trademark of Amunix Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Sanofi company.

We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company where everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Vir Bio is looking for a Biospecimen Data Specialist (Temporary) who will be responsible for coordinating and managing biospecimen data related to sample tracking, shipment, and reporting. This role ensures accurate logging of transactions tied to sample management, leveraging platforms such as Smartsheet and Excel to facilitate data integrity and transparency throughout the biospecimen lifecycle.

This role is located in our San Francisco headquarters with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in office.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Log and track all biospecimen transactions, including shipments from central labs to third-party labs, returns to sites, and sample destruction
• Maintain and update central and third-party lab databases to ensure real-time accuracy of sample records
• Develop, implement, and maintain common sample reporting plans using manual and automated tools (e.g., Excel, Smartsheet, or custom programming solutions)
• Collaborate with laboratory teams and external partners to streamline sample management processes and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational data standards for biospecimen handling and documentation

WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, data management, or a related field
• Experience with biospecimen or laboratory data management systems (e.g., Smartsheet, Excel)
• Experience with programming or automation for data tracking and reporting preferred
• Proficiency in data reporting and database maintenance
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for biospecimen management
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE OFFER

The expected hourly range for this position is $40.00 to $45.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All employment decisions at Vir Biotechnology are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory business requirements, job duties and individual qualifications. Employment decisions are made without regard to any legally protected characteristics.

This commitment extends to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, compensation, appraisal systems, promotions, training and career development programs. Vir Biotechnology also strongly commits to providing employees with a work environment free of unlawful conduct or harassment.

Vir Biotechnology Human Resources leads recruitment and employment for Vir Biotechnology. Unsolicited resumes sent to the company from recruiters do not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter and Vir Biotechnology and do not obligate us to pay fees should we hire from those resumes. We ask that external recruiters and/or agencies not contact or present candidates directly to our hiring manager or employees.

For hires based in the United States, Vir Biotechnology, participates in E-Verify.

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