Temp, Clinical Sample Specialist - Biospecimen Operations

Labconnect,-LL; Oakland Village (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LabConnect is seeking a Clinical Sample Specialist to manage sample receipt, storage, and processing at the Cleveland facility. You will coordinate with Client Services, STS, and CTM to ensure timely handling of samples and accuracy in documentation.

This on-site role runs Tue-Fri, 8:00 AM–6:30 PM, with responsibilities covering labeling, dispatch, storage maintenance, and safety compliance, including GDP practices and dry ice handling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BA/BS in laboratory science, health science, or business preferred.
• 2 years clinical research or clinical lab experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage sample receipt and inbound documentation with accuracy.
• Coordinate specimen processing within the facility.
• Label and accession specimens.
• Assist QC checks for shipments and storage.
• Maintain storage freezer/refrigerator and disposal of shipping materials.

Skills

GDP knowledge

Safety compliance

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

LIMS systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science/health/science or business

Associate degree + 2 years clinical research/lab experience

Tools

LIMS software

Job description

Job Summary

The Clinical Sample Specialist is responsible for sample management activities for samples arriving at LabConnect Cleveland facility. The Clinical Sample Specialist will perform tasks in support of receiving specimens for storage, onsite processing, or shipments to partner laboratories or other facilities. The role will also communicate with other departments such as Client Services (CS), Sample Tracking Solutions (STS), and Clinical Trial Materials (CTM) to ensure the timely and accurate handling of samples.

This position is for Tuesday-Friday 8am-6:30 PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure tasks and data are completed with accuracy and attention to detail.


• Sample shipment receipt, inbound tracking documentation and breakdown of kits received


• Specimen transport to different areas within the facility


• Order requisition registration and accessioning


• Specimen labeling


• Assist with quality control (QC) of specimens for courier pick-ups, scheduled shipments, ad hoc shipments, specimen destructions and same day shipping packages


• Identification of sample discrepancies and ability to follow appropriate escalation paths


• Assist with QC checks on specimens from storage for shipmentsand destruction


• Handling, recycling and disposal of dry ice


• Storage freezer and refrigerator maintenance


• Disposal of shipping materials


• Restock supplies


• Scan requisitions


• Reply to emails in a timely manner


• Completion of daily checklists


• Attend classes/meetings, to include dangerous goods training

Completion of 6 hours of continuing education per year

• Completion of 6 hours of continuing education per year

Knowledge of Good Documentation Practice (GDP)and universal safety precautions

• Knowledge of Good Documentation Practice (GDP)and universal safety precautions

Other duties as required by management

• Other duties as required by management

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. BA/BS, in laboratory science, health science, or business; or an associate’s degree with at least 2 years of clinical research, clinical lab, or other relevant experience preferred.

Skills and Ability

• Knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel.


• Ability to work in various computer systems such as Laboratory Information Management Systems.


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.


• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.


• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to speak effectively before groups.


• Capable of executing instructions provided in oral, written, or diagram form.


• Able to troubleshoot issues related to specimen management.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the occupant is regularly required to:

• Sit 50% of the time.


• Stand 50% of the time.


• Walk and/or reach with hands and arms 50% of the time.


• Read text of various sizes.


• Communicate with others and hear.


• Lift, pull and/or push up to 50 pounds.


• Work in an environment with moderate noise levels.

Travel Requirements: None

One Global Team

At LabConnect, we are proud to beone global team: united by our shared mission to advance clinical trials through innovation, agility, and collaboration. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our core values: People First, Quality Focused, Customer Centered, Technology Driven, and Accountability Always.

LabConnect is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), creed, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is safe, equitable, and respectful for all. Together, as one global team, we strive to ensure that every individual has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to our shared success.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform other related duties as may be required by their supervisor. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.