Specimen Processor

Actalent; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive hands-on training

Career development

Experience with clinical trials and/or

One-step interview process

Team environment

Leading laboratory organization

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a detail-oriented Specimen Processor in Torrance, CA to handle incoming specimens, document results, and ensure sample integrity for clinical research and patient care. This contract role offers hands-on training and potential for advancement within a structured laboratory environment.

Responsibilities include receipt, processing, and archiving of specimens, while maintaining temperature controls and data accuracy in internal systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of applicable work experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and instructions
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Receive and process specimen shipments from multiple couriers
• Open, inspect, and properly handle incoming specimen shipments
• Maintain specimen integrity and temperature requirements during processing
• Scan shipments and update specimen information within internal databases
• Sort and route specimens according to established procedures
• Perform quality control checks on specimens, requisitions, and materials
• Enter patient demographics and administrative information accurately
• Image and archive requisition documents for laboratory records
• Process specimen kits and perform manual aliquoting when required
• Operate, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment and automation systems
• Identify and resolve shipment discrepancies or misrouted specimens
• Follow all SOPs, quality standards, and laboratory safety procedures

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Follow procedures

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Problem-solving

Independent work

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Specimen Processor (Sample Handling Assistant)

Looking to break into the laboratory field or grow your lab operations experience? Join Labcorp and play a critical role in handling specimens that directly support clinical research and patient care.

Labcorp is seeking a detail-oriented Specimen Processor to join its bio-pharma laboratory team in Torrance, CA. This position is responsible for receiving, processing, documenting, and managing clinical trial specimens while ensuring sample integrity and compliance with quality standards. If you're dependable, organized, and thrive in a structured environment, this is a great opportunity to build a long-term career with a leading laboratory organization.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Work for one of the nation's leading laboratory organizations
• Contract position with potential for permanent hire
• Extensive hands-on training and career development
• Gain experience supporting clinical trials, pathology, and histology operations
• One-step interview process
• Learn valuable laboratory operations and specimen management skills
• Join a collaborative and supportive team environment

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Specimen Processor is responsible for the accurate receipt, handling, processing, and documentation of patient and clinical trial specimens before laboratory analysis. This role works with irreplaceable samples and plays a critical role in maintaining specimen integrity, supporting laboratory operations, and ensuring compliance with established quality standards and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and process specimen shipments from multiple couriers
• Open, inspect, and properly handle incoming specimen shipments
• Maintain specimen integrity and temperature requirements during processing
• Scan shipments and update specimen information within internal databases
• Sort and route specimens according to established procedures
• Perform quality control checks on specimens, requisitions, and materials
• Enter patient demographics and administrative information accurately
• Image and archive requisition documents for laboratory records
• Process specimen kits and perform manual aliquoting when required
• Operate, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment and automation systems
• Identify and resolve shipment discrepancies or misrouted specimens
• Follow all SOPs, quality standards, and laboratory safety procedures

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of applicable work experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and instructions
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is based in a laboratory setting supporting the bio-pharma division, including pathology and histology operations. The environment is highly process-driven and requires attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to quality procedures. Team members work closely together to ensure the proper handling of critical patient and clinical trial specimens.

SCHEDULE & PAY

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 AM-6:30 PM

Pay: $22.00/hour

JOB TYPE & LOCATION

Job Type: Contract with potential for permanent hire

Location: 19750 South Vermont Avenue, Torrance, CA

WORKPLACE TYPE

Fully Onsite

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Torrance, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

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