Lab Sample Coordinator (Bacteriology)

Charles River Laboratories; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus/incentives based on performance

401(k)

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health and wellness coverage

Employee and family wellbeing support

Work‑life balance flexibility

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Wilmington, MA seeks a Sample Coordinator for the Bacteriology Department. You will receive and organize samples designated for testing by the RADS Laboratories, ensuring proper documentation and workflow.

Training runs Monday–Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with regular schedule Tue–Fri 8:00 am–5:30 pm and Saturday (10:00 am – 2:00 pm or 11:00 am – 3:00 pm). This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or AS in related discipline.
• 0-2 years in pharmaceutical/biotech/CRO lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and inventory sample boxes under supervision.
• Reconcile customer paperwork with submission documents.
• Record incoming shipments in the laboratory data management system.
• Create customer orders in the laboratory data management system.
• Assist with dispersing received samples to the correct testing departments.
• Identify sample submission issues/errors from external clients and report those inaccuracies to senior personnel.
• Prepare communications to internal clients regarding basic sample issues.
• Assist with coordinating shipments from the laboratory.
• Organize and prepare case materials for sample processing such as plates, tubes, etc.
• Use manual and automated processes to prepare and inoculate test samples.
• Use, maintain and troubleshoot equipment.
• Prepare reagents as necessary.
• Adhere to all departmental SOPs, policies, safety procedures and protocols.
• Maintain up to date training records on all procedures and protocols applicable to work duties.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Biology knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Associate's degree in biological sciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in Wilmington, MA seeks a Sample Coordinator for the Bacteriology Department. You will receive and organize samples designated for testing by the RADS Laboratories, ensuring proper documentation and workflow.

Training runs Monday–Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with regular schedule Tue–Fri 8:00 am–5:30 pm and Saturday (10:00 am – 2:00 pm or 11:00 am – 3:00 pm). This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office.