Clinical Laboratory Coordinator

Parexel; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time

Flexible Spending & Health Savings AP

Work/Life Balance

401(k) with Company match

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Parexel is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Coordinator for our Glendale, CA EPCU on-site team. You will lead laboratory studies, coordinate sample management, and ensure compliant processing and documentation to support high-quality trials.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Clinical Research Coordinators, laboratory staff, sponsors, and vendors, along with staff training and process optimization in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of related laboratory bench experience.
• Experience with laboratory documentation and sample tracking.
• Strong communication, organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as laboratory study lead on assigned clinical studies.
• Prepare and set up laboratory operations for assigned studies.
• Organize and coordinate study materials, supplies, devices, and equipment.
• Process biological samples safely and ensure protocol compliance.
• Oversee collection, processing, handling, storage, and shipment of samples.
• Maintain complete documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Train and mentor laboratory technicians and staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BA or BS degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry leading innovation, With Heart.

About the Role

We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Coordinator to join our team in the Glendale, CA Early Phase Clinical Unit (EPCU). As a Laboratory Coordinator, you will play an essential role in supporting clinical trial studies through the coordination and execution of laboratory operations that help advance innovative treatments for patients. This position serves as a key laboratory resource, ensuring biological samples are processed, handled, documented, stored, and shipped in accordance with study protocols.

You will act as a laboratory study lead on assigned studies, collaborating with Clinical Research Coordinators, laboratory staff, sponsors, vendors, and cross functional teams to support high quality study delivery. Responsibilities include laboratory preparation, sample management, quality oversight, documentation compliance, staff training, and laboratory coordination activities that directly contribute to the success of clinical research programs.

You will join a dynamic, growth-oriented environment where your expertise supports operational excellence and patient focused research. This role offers opportunities to deepen your knowledge of clinical laboratory operations, strengthen leadership capabilities, and make a meaningful impact on studies that help bring new therapies to patients.

Please note, this role is 100% on-site at our Glendale, CA unit (no remote work).

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the laboratory study lead on assigned clinical studies, coordinating laboratory activities and supporting successful study execution.
• Prepare and set up laboratory operations for assigned studies, including laboratory profile setup and development of laboratory source documentation.
• Organize and coordinate study specific laboratory materials, supplies, devices, and equipment.
• Process biological samples safely and efficiently using standard laboratory equipment while maintaining protocol compliance.
• Oversee the collection, processing, handling, storage, and shipment of protocol required biological samples.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practice requirements, including laboratory logs, requisitions, and labeling activities.
• Conduct quality checks of laboratory processes and documentation to support adherence to protocols, SOPs, and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with couriers, sponsor laboratories, and vendor laboratories regarding specimen shipments and related logistics.
• Train, mentor, and support laboratory technicians and other laboratory personnel.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, identify potential study related challenges, and support resolution efforts.
• Represent the laboratory during client interactions and collaborate closely with Clinical Research Coordinators and study teams.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, records, and documentation systems while supporting compliance with applicable regulations and laboratory standards.

Candidate Profile

You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:

• Strong organizational, leadership, and time management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working in clinical research, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or other regulated environments.
• The ability to collaborate across teams, build productive working relationships, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• A quality focused mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and commitment to accurate documentation and compliance.
• Comfort working with laboratory equipment, biological sample management processes, and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Required Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of related laboratory bench experience in an analytical or clinical research laboratory.
• Experience with laboratory documentation, sample tracking, laboratory records, and study related operational processes.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem solving, and multitasking abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA or BS degree in a related scientific field.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical industry, clinical research organization, or research institute environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality processes, equipment maintenance activities, and protocol driven clinical research studies.

Benefits and Compensation

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Pet Insurance

For a complete list of benefits, please visit www.parexel.com/us-benefits.

The potential base pay range for this role is $25.00 to $29.00 per hour. The actual salary offered may vary within this range based on several factors, including the position and level offered, skills, education, training, experience, professional achievements, and location. Some roles may also be eligible for additional incentives, bonuses, or other compensation programs. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide details on applicable bonus plans or incentive structures for eligible positions.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes paid time off, a 401(k) match, life insurance, health insurance, and additional benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of our applicable plans.

We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.

EEO Disclaimer Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.