Clinical Biomarker Specimen Lead

Parexel; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parexel is seeking a Clinical Biomarker Specimen Specialist to ensure timely collection, transfer, and testing of clinical trial specimens. The role maintains full chain of custody from collection through final disposition and supports study-level execution with biomarker and data teams.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of relevant experience, a laboratory background, and strong Excel/data-management skills, with knowledge of GxP and vendor-sponsor best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with clinical specimens and biomarker analysis in oncology settings.
• Effective project and time management skills with ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Clinical specimen management from collection through testing and final disposition.
• Maintain chain of custody and ensure protocol and consent compliance.
• Organize and oversee collection, shipping, storage, and maintenance of specimens.
• Triage specimen queries from sites or vendors and document results.
• Collaborate with PM, Clinical Ops, biomarker leads, and Data Management to align study execution.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements in specimen workflows.

Skills

Biobank

Specimen management

Project management

Excel

Data analysis

Education

BA/BS in relevant field

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Parexel is seeking a Clinical Biomarker Specimen Specialist to ensure timely collection, transfer, and testing of clinical trial specimens. The role maintains full chain of custody from collection through final disposition and supports study-level execution with biomarker and data teams.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of relevant experience, a laboratory background, and strong Excel/data-management skills, with knowledge of GxP and vendor-sponsor best practices.