Specialist, Biomarker Operations

Crispr Therapeutics AG; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 85.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work flexibility

On-site collaboration

Zusammenfassung

CRISPR Therapeutics is seeking a Specialist in Biomarker Operations based in South Boston, MA. The role supports PK/PD and translational biomarker workflows, coordinating with vendors, central labs, and CROs to ensure timely sample processing and data transfer.

The ideal candidate has a BS in a related field with 3–5+ years in clinical trial operations or biospecimen management, with strong organization, attention to detail, and knowledge of GCP.

Qualifikationen

• BS in related field with 3–5+ years of experience in clinical trial operations, biospecimen management, or lab operations.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with GCP and biospecimen handling regulations.

Aufgaben

• Identify vendors to support program-specific biomarker needs.
• Collaborate with Clinical Pharmacology leads on vendor selection, scope-of-work, and budget review.
• Coordinate data transfer agreements and track data transfers against study timelines.
• Ensure sample handling adheres to GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a key liaison between Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Operations, Data Management, and external labs.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Oracle

Conga

Jobbeschreibung

## Specialist, Biomarker OperationsApply: Site Based: South Boston, MA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-100115**Job Description:****Company Overview**Founded over a decade ago, CRISPR Therapeutics is a leading biopharmaceutical company focused on developing transformative gene-based medicines for serious human diseases. The Company has evolved from a pioneering research-stage organization into an industry leader, marking a historic milestone with the approval of CASGEVY (exagamglogene autotemcel [exa-cel]), the world’s first CRISPR-based therapy, approved for eligible patients with sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia. CRISPR Therapeutics is advancing a broad and diversified pipeline across hemoglobinopathies, cardiovascular, autoimmune, oncology, regenerative medicine and rare diseases. The Company continues to expand its leadership in gene editing through the development of SyNTaseTM editing, a novel and proprietary gene-editing platform designed to enable precise, efficient, and scalable gene correction. To accelerate and expand its impact, CRISPR Therapeutics has established strategic collaborations with leading biopharmaceutical partners, including Vertex Pharmaceuticals. CRISPR Therapeutics AG is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, with its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc., and R&D operations based in Boston, Massachusetts and San Francisco, California. **Position Summary**This position will report into the Clinical Pharmacology Department. The successful candidate will support the lifecycle and data flow of biological samples in clinical trials and translational research. Your broad and wide-ranging experience in managing clinical trials and/or bioanalytical activities will create engagement and impact for the right candidate. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on organization, cross-functional coordination, and process rigor within a scientific/clinical environment — without requiring day-to-day bench science work. The desired candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm, passion, attention to detail, and a desire to create important new medicines for patients.**Responsibilities***Operational Support for PK, PD, and Translational Biomarkers** Identify vendors to support program-specific biomarker needs.* Collaborate with Clinical Pharmacology Leads on vendor selection, scope-of-work review, and budget review for selected vendors* Collaborate with Clinical Pharmacology leads, Finance, and Legal teams to manage contracting and qualification of vendors* rack biomarker assay timelines and deliverables across multiple concurrent clinical programs* Liaise with central labs, biorepositories, and CROs to ensure timely sample processing and data transfer* Coordinate Data Transfer Agreements/Specifications with testing labs and Data Management, and track data transfers against study timelines*Compliance & Documentation** Ensure sample handling adheres to protocol-specific requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable regulatory guidelines* File vendor-related documents into the Trial Master File (TMF) to stay inspection-ready (e.g., meeting minutes, sample destruction documents)*Cross-Functional Coordination** Serve as a key point of contact between Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Operations, Data Management, Finance, Statistical Programming, and external vendors/labs* Communicate sample testing status updates, risks, and timeline impacts to study teams* Contribute to continuous improvement of sample management SOPs and workflows**Minimum Qualifications*** BS in related field with 3-5+ years of experience in clinical trial operations, biospecimen/sample management, or laboratory operations, or advanced degree and 2-4+ years of relevant work experience.* Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy* Conceptual familiarity with PK, PD, immunogenicity, and biomarker assay types* Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and meet tight timelines across studies* Working knowledge of GCP and biospecimen handling regulations* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional, results-oriented team environment* Experience supporting project budgets and on-time, on-budget delivery**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience supporting biomarker or translational research programs, beyond general clinical operations* Familiarity with cold-chain logistics and international shipping requirements for biological samples* Prior experience working with central labs, biorepositories, or CROs* Prior experience with contract management and procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, Conga)* Exposure to informed consent/biobanking regulatory considerations**Competencies*** Collaborative – Openness, One Team* Undaunted – Fearless, Can-do attitude* Results Orientation – Delivering progress toward our mission. Sense of urgency in solving problems.* Entrepreneurial Spirit – Proactive. Ownership mindset. CRISPR Therapeutics believes in fostering a dynamic workplace that balances remote work flexibility with the benefits of in-person interactions. Our employees work at least three days on-site, creating a collaborative work environment, where we cultivate mentorship opportunities, increase cross-functional communication and offer opportunities for our employees to connect. Certain lab based and manufacturing positions are located fully on-site.Specialist: Base pay range of $85,000 to $100,000+ bonus, equity and benefits The range provided is CRISPR Therapeutics’ reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, training, skills, and abilities.CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law.