Coordinator, Sample Receipt

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in the North Chicago, Illinois area is seeking an experienced Sample Processing Associate to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of clinical and toxicology samples. You will log shipments, ensure proper storage and temperature controls, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and meet timelines.

The role requires 1–3 years in GLP environments, strong autonomy, and proficiency with LIMS software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferably life sciences related) or equivalent years of experience required.
• 1–3 years of sample processing experience in a GLP regulated environment.
• Expert in the end-to-end sample lifecycle.
• Proficient with applicable LIMS software.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and develop ideas to improve operations.
• Experience in cross-functional teams (IT, Bioanalysis, Clinical Systems).

Responsibilities

• Log shipments and receive samples for clinical/toxicology trials per Bioanalysis priorities.
• Notify manager and sample owner of abnormal receipt conditions for follow-up.
• Resolve sample discrepancies with site/vendor in collaboration with teams.
• Ensure alarms from the temperature monitoring system are addressed timely.
• Manage sample storage volumes and lifecycle to transfer or dispose of samples.
• Assist with development of trial-specific CLW as needed.
• Administer temperature monitoring system and maintain cooling devices.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings where Sample Processing is discussed.
• Train and onboard new technicians; act as primary contact between receiving team and Sr. Manager of LSO.
• Coordinate activities of the sample receipt team to meet timelines.

Skills

Autonomy

Cross-functional teamwork

Sample lifecycle knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or equivalent

Tools

LIMS software

Job description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Log shipments and receive samples for clinical and/or toxicology trials, in accordance with priority set by Bioanalysis team
• Notify manager and sample "owner" of any abnormal receipt conditions for follow up with site/vendor that incorrectly shipped samples
• Work with vendor/site/clinical to resolve any sample discrepancies as necessary
• Ensure that alarms from the temperature monitoring system are addressed within expected timeframes
• Manage sample storage volumes and the sample lifecycle management process to ensure the timely transfer and/or disposal of eligible samples
• Assist with the development of trial-specific CLW as needed
• Act as administrator to the temperature monitoring system and manage the maintenance/calibration of cooling devices to ensure all samples are appropriately stored by R43F.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings where Sample Processing tasks are discussed.
• Training and on-boarding of new technicians. Act as the primary contact point between the receiving team and the Sr. Manager of LSO as well as other functional areas.
• Coordinate the activities of the sample receipt team to ensure that the technicians are able to receive samples within the targeted timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably life sciences related) or equivalent years of experience required
• Must have 1-3 years of sample processing experience in a GLP regulated environment.
• An expert in the end-to-end sample lifecycle.
• Proficient with applicable LIMS software.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and develop ideas/solutions to improve operations
• Must have demonstrated experience in cross-functional team environment (specifically IT, Bioanalysis, Clinical Systems).

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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