Biorepository Sample Sourcing Specialist providing high-quality samples for clinical trials and research initiatives. Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure timely and accurate delivery throughout the sample management lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal customers, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Support identification and outreach activities with external biobanks, networks, research institutions, industry vendors, and other sample providers that can supply Exact Sciences high-quality, well-characterized samples.
Support sample provider evaluation and qualification activities via established processes.
Establish project-specific agreements with sample providers to fulfill sample needs.
Maintain up-to-date sample provider information.
Intake sample sourcing requests of low/moderate complexity, document customer requirements, identify appropriate sample providers, and fulfill requests by ensuring timely, accurate delivery of information and project deliverables to stakeholders.
Develop and oversee the implementation of project-specific sample sourcing plans including supply distribution, collection, processing, shipping, storage, retrieval, intra-site logistics, and data management.
Document operational workflows by authoring work instructions and process diagrams.
Execute established sample purchase order and invoicing processes.
Review samples and data for quality, completeness, and accuracy; work with appropriate stakeholders to resolve issues.
Adapt to rapid changes in priorities, display strong sense of urgency, and identify ways to work together to achieve results needed for all requests per defined deadlines.
Ensure on-time delivery of all assigned duties.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field; or Associate’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field and 2 years of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree; or High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of progressively responsible job-related experience in laboratory, clinical research, IT, regulatory, or related function with stakeholder management
Understanding of different sample types and relevant data elements that characterize a sample as fit-for-purpose for downstream utility
Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, notably Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in country where work will be performed on a full or part-time basis
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Benefits
paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
paid leave for parents and caregivers
retirement savings plan
wellness support
health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
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