Sample Management Technician I

At Charles River, we are passionate about improving the quality of people’s lives. When you join our global family, you will help create healthier lives for millions of patients and their families. Charles River employees are innovative thinkers, who are dedicated to continuous learning and improvement. We will empower you with the resources you need to grow and develop in your career. As a Charles River employee, you will be part of an industry-leading, customer-focused company at the forefront of drug development. Your skills will play a key role in bringing life-saving therapies to market faster through simpler, quicker, and more digitalized processes. Whether you are in lab operations, finance, IT, sales, or another area, when you work at Charles River, you will be the difference every day for patients across the globe. Job Overview Perform a variety of activities related management of study samples including, sample processing, storage, and client support and inventory management. Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Protocol Interpretation with guidance. Complete Watson inventory training. Perform daily tasks including sample receipt, processing, and storage of samples. Label creation Labelling of collection tubes and/or vials. Train on blood related procedures/techniques. Communicate sample discrepancies with appropriate parties involved within the Test Facility. Maintain blood supply inventory closet. Notify appropriate personnel when supplies require ordering. Perform all tasks in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Assist with appropriate storage placement conditions for all incoming samples per protocol requirements. Clean/Maintain blood processing area including but not limited to centrifuges, countertops, blood processing associated equipment/tools and coolers. Perform data-entry/documentation to maintain accurate status of all sample processing. Retrieve/Restock study materials as needed. Maintain appropriate documentation to demonstrate positive control of study-related materials with guidance. Manage sample processing. Maintain processing records and inventory of required samples per protocol requirements. Complete training requirements as applicable. Perform all other related duties as assigned. The pay for this position is $22.00 - 23.50/hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D. or equivalent) required; Associates preferred. GLP experience preferred. Experience: 0-1 years experience in a life science laboratory. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. Certification/Licensure: None Other: Must be detailed oriented and have general familiarity with lab procedures. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel software and Smartsheets required. Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet timelines efficiently. Education No degree required About Safety Assessment Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 120 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities. About Charles River Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have buil…

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