Quality Control Associate III, Sample Management

Capricor Therapeutics, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Associate III for Sample Management in San Diego. Responsibilities include tracking and managing samples, ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP standards, and maintaining accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and have 3–5 years of relevant experience in a laboratory or regulated environment. This role offers a salary range of $75,000 - $95,000 per year and requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and familiarity with tracking systems.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a laboratory, sample management, or regulated environment.
• Familiarity with LIMS or electronic tracking systems.
• Knowledge of GMP/GLP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, label, and track incoming samples.
• Verify sample documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain proper storage conditions for samples.
• Monitor and document storage conditions.
• Coordinate sample distribution to departments or laboratories.
• Perform inventory management and disposal of samples.
• Investigate and document sample discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Good documentation practices

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

The Quality Control Associate III, Sample Management is responsible for the receipt, tracking, storage, distribution, and disposal of samples in a controlled laboratory or regulated environment. This role ensures sample integrity, accurate documentation, and compliance with applicable regulatory and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, label, and track incoming samples using a laboratory information management system (LIMS) or equivalent tracking system
• Verify sample documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with protocols
• Maintain proper storage conditions (e.g., temperature‑controlled environments such as refrigerators, freezers, and ambient storage)
• Monitor and document storage conditions, including temperature logs and alarm responses
• Coordinate sample distribution (i.e., in‑house, release, and stability) to internal departments or external laboratories
• Ensure chain‑of‑custody documentation is accurate and maintained
• Perform inventory management, including reconciliation and periodic audits
• Dispose of samples according to safety, regulatory, and company procedures
• Investigate and document sample discrepancies, deviations, or nonconformances
• Support laboratory operations by preparing materials as needed
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant storage areas

Required Qualifications (Must‑Haves)

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in a laboratory, sample management, or regulated environment
• Familiarity with LIMS or electronic tracking systems
• Knowledge of GMP/GLP regulations

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Good documentation practices (GDP) knowledge
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking abilities

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and move throughout the facility
• Ability to gown and enter classified areas when required
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs as needed

$75,000 - $95,000 a year