Associate Biospecimen Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Oversee the management of the biospecimen lifecycle, from sample receipt to analysis and final disposal.

• Ensure the accuracy of specimen metadata.

• Provide updates on study specimens to client groups and stakeholders.

• Enhance specimen management efficiency by disseminating knowledge and best practices.

• Offer site support and facilitate query resolution.

• Engage in or lead special projects.

• Comply with client policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Evaluate clinical study protocols and service provider scope-of-work documents for details related to sample handling and processing.

• Establish studies and electronic protocols in LIMS.

• Develop and oversee project plans.

• Manage data transfer plans with analytical laboratories.

• Handle data from both external and internal laboratories, including exploratory studies.

• Address discrepancies in specimen metadata.

• Submit specimens for analytical assays in accordance with study timelines.

• Assess specimen receipt status and data completeness.

• Aid in database locks by ensuring final results and comprehensive data transfers; generate data-management reports as necessary.

• Assist in annual and long-term planning forecasts.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, medical technology, or a related discipline.

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in life sciences, particularly in biospecimen lifecycle management.

• 1–3 years of experience in project management is preferred.

• Familiarity with StarLIMS or other laboratory information management systems is desired.

• Knowledge of transaction-based inventory and data management systems, as well as clinical trial processes.

• Understanding of ICH, GCP, GLP, and applicable local regulations.

• Proficiency in Excel, with skills in macro and template creation preferred.

• Strong planning, organizational, and time management abilities.

• High attention to detail and exceptional multi-tasking capabilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.

• Possible travel to client sites up to 2–4 times per year.

• Flexibility to work East Coast business hours as needed for meetings.