Clinical Sample Specialist

LabConnect; Johnson City, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LabConnect is seeking a Clinical Sample Specialist to manage samples arriving at the Johnson City site. You will support receiving, storage, onsite processing, and shipments to partner labs, coordinating with CS, STS, and CTM to ensure timely handling.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to use Word/Excel, and familiarity with LIMS. You will perform daily checks, assist with QC, and follow safety protocols, with occasional training and education requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BA/BS in laboratory science, health science, or business; or an associate’s degree with at least 2 years of clinical research, clinical lab, or other relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure tasks and data are completed with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Sample shipment receipt, inbound tracking and breakdown of kits.
• Specimen transport within the facility.
• Order requisition registration and accessioning.
• Specimen labeling.
• Assist with QC of specimens for courier picks, shipments, and destruction.
• Identify sample discrepancies and escalation paths.
• Assist with QC checks on specimens in storage for shipments and destruction.
• Handle, recycle, and dispose of dry ice.
• Storage freezer and refrigerator maintenance.
• Disposal of shipping materials.
• Restock supplies.
• Scan requisitions.
• Reply to emails promptly.
• Complete daily checklists.
• Attend classes incl. dangerous goods training; complete 6 hours CE per year.
• Knowledge of GDP and safety precautions.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Reading & interpreting documents

Writing routine reports

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Speaking before groups

Troubleshooting specimen management

LIMS awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/BS in laboratory science/health science/business

Associate’s degree + 2 years relevant experience

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Job Summary

The Clinical Sample Specialist is responsible for sample management activities for samples arriving at the site. The Clinical Sample Specialist will perform tasks in support of receiving specimens for storage, onsite processing, or shipments to partner laboratories or other facilities. The role will also communicate with other departments such as Client Services (CS), Sample Tracking Solutions (STS), and Clinical Trial Materials (CTM) to ensure the timely and accurate handling of samples.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure tasks and data are completed with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Sample shipment receipt, inbound trackingdocumentationand breakdown of kits received
• Specimen transport to different areas within the facility
• Order requisition registration and accessioning
• Specimen labeling
• Assistwith quality control (QC) of specimens for courier pick-ups, scheduled shipments, ad hoc shipments, specimendestructionsand same day shipping packages
• Identification of sample discrepancies and ability to followappropriate escalationpaths
• Assist with QC checks on specimens from storage for shipments and destruction
• Handling,recyclingand disposal of dry ice
• Storage freezer and refrigerator maintenance
• Disposal of shipping materials
• Restock supplies
• Scan requisitions
• Reply to emailsin a timely manner
• Completion of daily checklists
• Attend classes/meetings, to include dangerous goods training
• Completion of 6 hours of continuing education per year
• Knowledge of Good Documentation Practice (GDP)and universal safety precautions
• Other duties as required by management

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)required. BA/BS, in laboratory science, health science, or business; or an associate ’s degree with at least 2 years of clinical research, clinical lab, or other relevant experience preferred.

Skills and Ability

• Knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in various computer systems such as Laboratory Information Management Systems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,operatingand maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability towriteroutine reports and correspondence.
• Exceptionalcommunication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups.
• Capable of executing instructions provided in oral, written, or diagram form.
• Able to troubleshoot issues related to specimen management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:None

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the occupantis regularly required to:

• Sit 50% of thetime.
• Stand 50% of thetime.
• Walk and/or reach with hands and arms 50% of thetime.
• Read text ofvarious sizes.
• Communicate with others andhear.
• Lift, pull and/or push up to50pounds.
• Work in an environment with moderate noise levels.

Travel Requirements: None

One Global Team

At LabConnect, we are proud to be one global team: united by our shared mission to advance clinical trials through innovation, agility, and collaboration. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our core values: People First, Quality Focused, Customer Centered, Technology Driven, and Accountability Always.

LabConnect is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), creed, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is safe,equitable, and respectful for all. Together, as one global team, we strive to ensure that every individualhas the opportunity tothrive and contribute to our shared success.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.