Clinical Sample Specialist

Job Summary  Responsible for handling all aspects of sample receipt and accessioning, sample storage and sample retrieval. Assist in liaising with investigator sites and / or other LabConnect personnel to ensure that the samples and data received are complete, consistent and accurate. The Clinical Sample Specialist will work with other team members to resolve issues before escalating to management, and will ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with the ICH E6 (R2) Guidance on Good Clinical Practice, for which training will be provided.     Essential Duties and Responsibilities  Reviews and commits digital forms and manages sample tracking/forecasting per study contract and OSD specifications.   Provides sample tracking services for the company’s SampleGISTICSTM Services projects (SGS). The Clinical Sample Specialist will work closely with other staff within SGS and with the PRM department to provide operational support for SGS projects.   Sample check-in/chain-of-custody management.   Coordinate shipping sample specimens to (specialty) labs and sponsors and ordering necessary storage codes inclusive of generating manifests and performing mass status changes.   Specimen storage at all temperatures, including LN2.   Preparing reports (e.g. inventory reports, department specific reports, etc.), and all biorepository housekeeping tasks.   Performs Form Review/Queries and resolve sample discrepancies.   Monitors edit checks and QC forms as necessary and works with ISS/BRS on form/sample issues.     Education and Experience  At least High School graduation. Experience in data entry and/or life science related industries and Microsoft Office applications are preferred. Must possess excellent organization and interpersonal skills. Ability to navigate software and databases is a must. Very high attention to detail and excellent multi-tasking skills is required for success in this position.     Skills and Ability  Excellent attention to detail, strong planning and problem-solving skills.   Excellent organizational and time management skills.   Excellent listening and verbal comprehension skills, including ability to translate client needs to team members.   Ability to make well-thought out decisions and adapt to changing environments and requirements.   Self-motivating and ability to work well independently as well as using a collaborative team approach.   Ability to adhere to established timelines, processes and procedures.   Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database software.   Fluent in German and English language, third European language is a plus     Supervisory Responsibilities:  ​None​  Physical Demands:   While performing the duties of this job, the occupant is regularly required to:  Sit 25% of the week.  Stand 75% of the week.  Walk and/or reach with hands and arms 25% of the week.  Read text of various sizes.  Communicate with others and hear.  The noise level is moderate in the work environment.  Lift, pull and/or push up to 20 kilograms.  Travel Requirements:  ​Minimal​  One Global Team  At LabConnect, we are proud to be one 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.