Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician

951 ACM Medical Labs, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Specimen Management Technician I to support the Clinical Trials Specimen Management (CTSM) Laboratory. You will perform routine operations including receipt, processing, data entry, and shipment of specimens, under regulated guidelines.

Responsibilities include handling ultra-cold and dry ice shipments, ensuring storage unit integrity, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences or related field is preferred.
• Experience in laboratory or highly regulated environments.
• Strong Microsoft Office and data entry skills are required or strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail is essential for accurate results.
• Works well in a group setting as well as independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform processes in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Receipt, QC checks and processing for Clinical Trials specimens.
• Accurate data entry into laboratory information management systems.
• Prepare samples for onward shipment and storage.
• Handle samples under varying temperatures including -80°C and -196°C.
• Manage deliveries of packages, including dry ice handling.
• Maintain clean work environment and manage waste ice receptacles.
• Use study documentation for problem solving and escalate when needed.
• Archive specimen-related study documentation as required.
• Ensure client satisfaction by providing excellent service to internal customers.
• Adapt to changing priorities under guidance from senior staff.
• Perform accessioning/shipping activities for routine, storage or batched shipping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences or related field

Job description

Job Title: Specimen Management Technician

Department: Specimen Processing

Location: Rochester, NY

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday OR Monday - Friday 9:00 AM -5:00 PM

SUMMARY

The Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician I performs the daily operations of specified area within the Clinical Trials Specimen Management (CTSM) Laboratory (routine, shipping, storage). They perform all daily functions in accordance to company policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all processes in accordance with SOP’s and appropriate regulatory guidelines
• Perform receipt, QC checks and onward processing for Clinical Trials specimens
• Perform accurate data entry into various laboratory information management systems
• Prepare samples for onward shipment
• Work with samples under varying temperature conditions including ultra-cold (-80°C) and liquid nitrogen (-196°C)
• Handle deliveries of packages including lifting and carrying of boxes filled with dry ice
• Perform housekeeping as required to maintain a clean and tidy working environment including frozen storage unit maintenance and emptying waste ice receptacles
• Utilize study documentation to aid in problem solving and elevate to senior staff as required
• Manage specimen related study documentation including preparation for archiving
• Guarantee client satisfaction by providing exceptional service to internal customers
• Adapt to changing priorities with guidance from senior team members
• Perform specimen receipt/accessioning/shipping activities depending on your main area of work (Routine, storage or batched shipping) including but not limited to
  • Routine team: Receive process and accession routine specimens
  • Storage Team: Receive, process, store and accession stored specimen
  • Shipping Team: Prepare stored samples for batched shipment
• Utilize Environmental monitoring software to monitor all specimen storage units to ensure integrity of all specimens at all times
• Walk samples between building 150 & 160, as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

N/A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences or related field
• Experience from laboratory and/or highly regulated environments
• Strong Microsoft Office and data entry skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Works well in group setting as well as individually

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License - New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - These roles require a combination of movement and stationary work, including frequent standing, walking, and moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Tasks may involve repetitive reaching, bending, pushing or pulling, along with maintaining awareness in high-traffic or operational areas. Visual focus and spatial awareness are critical in facilities, logistics, or support settings. Emotional demands include managing interruptions, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Environmental exposures may include equipment noise, shared workspaces, and occasional proximity to hazardous areas. Physical capability screening may be required. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE & LOCATION

PAY RANGE: $17.50 - $19.50 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14624

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

EEO & DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

At ACM Global Laboratories, we understand that every project we work on, every task we complete impacts patients and their families. Our dedication to being purposefully patient-driven is reflected in the high-quality work provided by our teams every day around the globe.