Sample Management Coordinator

Universal Diagnostics; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Diagnostics is seeking a Sample Management Coordinator to manage biological samples in their assay development lab. The role encompasses ownership of sample lifecycle management, adhering to strict protocols, and documenting all activities to ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have relevant educational background, laboratory experience, and strong organizational skills. The company offers relocation support, a flexible schedule, and various benefits to the successful candidate.

Benefits

Relocation support to the DFW area

Flexible work schedule

Accrued time off

Company-sponsored benefit plans including Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Free day on your birthday

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in sample handling.
• Familiarity with chain-of-custody procedures and cold storage handling.
• Proficiency in following SOPs and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifecycle of biological samples in the lab.
• Maintain audit-ready inventory system and sample organization.
• Serve as point person for sample-related activity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology

Associate’s degree with relevant lab experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

LIMS

Job description

About our Company:

Universal DX, Inc. is an international Company with a highly experienced team focused on cracking cancer’s code. Through our multi-omics and bioinformatics models, we have figured out how to read the disease’s signals in blood with high accuracy to detect cancer in its earliest stages. Starting with a colorectal cancer screening liquid biopsy test, we are building a multi-cancer platform that can identify the unique DNA regions associated with different types of cancers.

About our Company:

Universal DX, Inc. is an international Company with a highly experienced team focused on cracking cancer’s code. Through our multi-omics and bioinformatics models, we have figured out how to read the disease’s signals in blood with high accuracy to detect cancer in its earliest stages. Starting with a colorectal cancer screening liquid biopsy test, we are building a multi-cancer platform that can identify the unique DNA regions associated with different types of cancers.

The Opportunity:

Universal DX is seeking a Sample Management Coordinator to take full ownership of the lifecycle of biological samples within our assay development laboratory. This role is responsible for the accessioning, organization, and retrieval of samples across multiple workflows, maintaining strict adherence to chain-of-custody and storage protocols. The Sample Management Coordinator will serve as the point person for all sample-related activity in the lab, including fulfilling requests from scientific staff, documenting sample transfers, and maintaining a detailed, audit-ready inventory system. This individual will oversee both short- and long-term sample storage, ensuring accurate tracking, appropriate environmental conditions, and clear segregation of sample types. This individual will work closely with the Manager, Lab Operations and the Lab Operations team to manage sample availability, ensure data integrity and traceability, and support efficient laboratory workflows across all teams.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field preferred; associate’s degree with relevant lab experience will be considered
• 1–3 years of experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in sample handling, biorepository, and regulated environments
• Familiarity with chain-of-custody procedures, cold storage handling, and sample accessioning best practices
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation habits, and organizational skills
• Ability to follow SOPs and regulatory requirements precisely
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with LIMS a plus
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude.

What we´ll offer:

• Relocation support to the DFW area
• Flexible work schedule
• Accrued time off
• Company-sponsored benefit plans which include Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Free day on your birthday
• And more to come….

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Universal DX. We are growing rapidly and starting our US operations by building up our team, starting our lab and business operations, and establishing strategic partnerships.

We are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey in this expansive time for us.