Biospecimen Project Manager at LabConnect in Johnson City, Tennessee

Job Description:

Overview

LabConnect improves lives by partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research organizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicines around the world.

We are an independent, global, one-stop-shop focused on delivering Central Laboratory Services that are tailor-made, timely and flexible to meet the evolving study demands of traditional to increasingly complex trials. Additionally, we provide Functional Service Provider (FSP) Solutions, supporting our clients with scientific and technical expertise, acting as an extension of their team, coordinating all laboratory related needs, advising on strategies for lab data collection and providing end-to-end analytical and logistical solutions.

Job Summary:

The Biospecimen Project Manager, part of FSP Solutions, will oversee the full end-to-end lifecycle of biospecimens, ensuring efficient tracking, management, and data integrity from collection through final disposition for the client. This role involves establishing streamlined processes, implementing monitoring systems, and ensuring stakeholders have seamless access to data. A key focus will be driving process improvements and exploring opportunities for automation to enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Drive biospecimen lifecycle management from sample receipt through analysis and final disposition, ensuring compliance with study timelines and client requirements.
• Establish uniform specimen tracking practices across the portfolio, ensuring standardization and harmonization of processes from end to end
• Setup and maintain complex study sample trackers, ensuring accurate, complete, and real-time data availability of specimen status for all stakeholders involved
• Leverage real-time monitoring systems to promptly identify and resolve anomalies, ensuring accurate specimen information and metadata throughout the biospecimen lifecycle
• Provide site support and drive query resolution
• Pull, compile, and manage data from various sources including EDC, testing labs, central labs, and multiple databases, ensuring comprehensive data tracking.
• Ensure cross-functional utility and accessibility of biospecimen tracking systems for all key stakeholders, improving transparency and collaboration.
• Participate or lead special projects as assigned
• Adhere to client policies and Standard Operating Procedures
• Review clinical study protocols and service providers' scope of work documents for sample handling and processing details

• Contribute to meeting database locks by ensuring all specimens have a final result and data transfer is complete; create reports for data management as needed
• Support manager in providing projections for annual and long-term planning
• Provide support to others and act as technical resource within the department

Education/Experience/Skills Required:

• B.A./B.S. in life sciences, or related field and 3-5 years of directly related experience.
• Experience in clinical development, biospecimen lifecycle management, clinical laboratory analysis, or a related field is essential.
• Highly proficient in Excel, with macro and template building knowledge
• Experience with TruLab, QuartzBio, or LIMS for biospecimen management a plus
• Project management expertise is highly desirable.
• Strong planning, organizational, prioritization time management skills
• Understanding of inventory management and data management systems as well as clinical trial processes
• Understanding of ICH, GCP, GLP, and local regulations

Work Location/Hours/Travel:

• 100% remote with possibility of travel approximately twice a year to the client site
• Ability to work daily core business hours of 10am - 4pm Pacific Time, with the other hours flexible based on location

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Some of the Perks our LabConnectors Love:

• Financial Security (base pay, 401k match and annual bonus eligibility)
• Health Benefits beginning on date of hire
• PTO plan plus 10 Paid Company Holidays and 1 day to Volunteer in your community
• Short and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D
• We celebrate our differences, which enrich our Culture

We are a growing and global team on a mission to create healthier communities by accelerating the development of new medicines. In addition to great perks and challenging work assignments, we invest in our people with enriching career growth opportunities.

We believe in a friendly and collaborative environment with open lines of communication. Join our team and discover how your work can impact the lives of people all over the world.

It is the policy of LabConnect to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Posters:

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For more information, visit www.labconnect.com

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