Sample Accessioning Specialist I

Foundation Medicine, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Medicine, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an Accessioning Technologist I to manage the receipt of patient samples and accurate data entry.

This role ensures proper labeling, documentation, and accountability within a CLIA-accredited laboratory. The position supports specimen accessioning, routing to the correct workflow, and collaboration with lab staff to maintain specimen integrity while following GDP and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1–2 years in regulated setting.
• Associate degree in biology or life sciences preferred.
• Experience with LIMS or CRM systems is a plus.
• HIPAA knowledge and data privacy awareness.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify patient samples and paperwork.
• Perform data entry and label samples with IDs.
• Route samples to appropriate workflow and notify downstream staff.
• Maintain documentation and sample integrity.
• Adhere to GDP, CLIA, CAP, and state regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

HIPAA knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate degree in life sciences

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System

CRM systems

Job description

Foundation Medicine, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an Accessioning Technologist I to manage the receipt of patient samples and accurate data entry.

This role ensures proper labeling, documentation, and accountability within a CLIA-accredited laboratory. The position supports specimen accessioning, routing to the correct workflow, and collaboration with lab staff to maintain specimen integrity while following GDP and regulatory guidelines.