Lead, Sample Processing & Lab Operations

Pfm; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 35,431 - 53,189; Full time

Job summary

Precision Medicine Group is seeking a Processing Team Lead to provide technical leadership in a high‑throughput laboratory. You will oversee sample processing, cryopreservation, and documentation while guiding staff and ensuring quality systems compliance.

You will train personnel, optimize workflows, and support supervisor coverage as needed, with an emphasis on accuracy, safety, and cross‑functional collaboration within a clinical research setting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent education/experience in biology, chemistry or life sciences.
• 4 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Must possess basic laboratory skills and be trained in aseptic technique.
• Comfort with Excel and its functions.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills; team environment.
• Flexible, agile team player able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Physical ability to lift 31–50 lbs and work in cold environments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession samples into management systems.
• Perform complex sample processing and cell isolations.
• Cryopreserve and thaw cells; manage cryopreserved specimens.
• Maintain instruments, inventories, and supplies; ensure QMS compliance.
• Train staff, assess competency, and provide technical support.
• Lead process improvements and coordinate discrepancy resolutions.
• Monitor turnaround times and collaborate with project teams.

Skills

Independent worker

Aseptic technique

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

English fluency

Education

Associate’s degree in Biology/Chemistry/Life Sciences

Tools

Excel

Job description

Precision Medicine Group is seeking a Processing Team Lead to provide technical leadership in a high‑throughput laboratory. You will oversee sample processing, cryopreservation, and documentation while guiding staff and ensuring quality systems compliance.

You will train personnel, optimize workflows, and support supervisor coverage as needed, with an emphasis on accuracy, safety, and cross‑functional collaboration within a clinical research setting.