Position:Biorepository Associate
Location:Redwood City, CA (Onsite - First Shift)
Length:6+ months
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Biorepository Associate to support its biospecimen management operations in a fast-paced laboratory environment. This position is responsible for the accurate receipt, processing, documentation, and storage of patient samples used in clinical testing. Acting as a vital link between clinical operations and client services, the Biorepository Associate ensures the integrity of specimens throughout their lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of laboratory workflows, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Receive, unpack, inspect, and process incoming biological specimens.
- Enter and verify sample information in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Assess sample acceptability based on established criteria and resolve discrepancies.
- Prepare samples for downstream processes including plasma or buffy coat isolation and pooling.
- Aliquot specimens and manage sample storage, tracking, and inventory.
- Print and apply sample labels; create and manage sample batches.
- Perform internal specimen transfers and coordinate returns to clients when applicable.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with SOPs and quality standards.
- Monitor and document freezer/refrigerator temperatures; initiate service requests and perform maintenance as needed.
- Maintain lab organization, cleanliness, and adequate stock of supplies for daily operations.
- Assist with documenting deviations and initiating Nonconforming Event Reports (NERs).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuity of sample-related operations.
- Support training for new staff and assist with onboarding for new protocols.
- Participate in after-hours on-call rotation for freezer monitoring.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a related life science discipline or equivalent experience in a laboratory environment.
- 1+ year of experience working in a clinical, research, or diagnostics laboratory preferred.
- Familiarity with LIMS systems and general laboratory workflows.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and data entry accuracy.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to team success.
- Comfortable working in a regulated environment with strict adherence to protocols.
- Flexibility to work across various lab support functions as needed.
- Pay range $73,000 - $77,000 depending on experience.
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May 12, 2025