Sample Coordinator (2nd Shift 430pm-1am)
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Work Schedule
Second Shift (Afternoons)Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C Laboratory Setting Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.) Various outside weather conditionsJob Description
Join Us as a Sample Coordinator Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation!
At Thermo Fisher Scientific youll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100 countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio our work spans laboratory digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on now and in the future.
Our PPD Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.
The Sample Coordinator performs a variety of sample and standard handling tasks in support of the laboratory. Follows established SOPs and responds to requests from laboratory staff with minimal supervision. Assists laboratory staff in following sample handling procedures and enforces these procedures as necessary. Possesses a basic understanding of several portions of the overall sample/standard process.
We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs spanning 2700 clinical trials across 100 countries in the last 5 years.
What Youll Do:
Perform a variety of sample and standard tasks (receipt check-in login labeling launching inventory transport check-out etc.) and participate in the physical return and disposal of materials in support of the laboratory.
Communicate the status of samples and standards to appropriate laboratory staff.
Guide and advise laboratory staff on sample and standard procedures.
Complete investigation and deviation forms as necessary and determine appropriate CAPAs.
Review and provide feedback on laboratory requests ensuring compliance with applicable SOPs.
Train on SOPs regulatory guidelines and storage requirements. Respond to environmental unit alarms and participate in on-call responsibilities.
Perform work assignments accurately timely and safely.
Education and Experience Requirements:
High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Technical positions may require a certificate
Previous experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the job (comparable to at least 2 years) or equivalent combination of education training & experience.
Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Basic knowledge of inventory flow and control
Knowledge of laboratory and regulatory requirements (documentation sample storage)
Able to write/review SOPs and process improvement outlines
Familiar with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
Good written and oral communication skills
Effective time management and project management skills
Problem solving/troubleshooting abilities
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Working Environment:
Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
Work is performed in a regulated environment. Ability to work in sub-frozen environments.
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within potentially stressful deadlines.
Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. May also include shift work.
Why join us
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific you become part of a global team that values passion innovation and a commitment to scientific excellence. Youll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experienceand where your contributions truly make a difference.
Apply today to help us deliver tomorrows breakthroughs.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Interviewing
- Math
- Warehouse Experience
- Sterile Processing
- Warehouse Management System
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Manufacturing
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