Sample Management Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

As directed, this position is primarily responsible for specimen handling, including receipt, verification, accessioning and storage of pre‑clinical and clinical samples.

• Documents activities, records observations, and completes all paperwork in accordance with SOPs and protocols as applicable.
• Maintains sample management tracking logs.
• Documents sample discrepancies and communicates to appropriate parties.
• Monitors proper storage of samples, including appropriate location, temperature, and condition of freezers, also follows safety requirements based on sample type.
• Participates in rotation for on‑call freezer temperature monitoring and response activities.
• Prepares labels using automated and manual systems.
• Processes sample transfer/return requests and consolidates samples for storage/shipment.
• Performs general sample management laboratory support functions such as supply inventory, lab equipment (freezer) maintenance, and laboratory daily cleaning.
• Performs freezer inventory/cycle counts.
• Recognizes deviations from normal situations and results, informs supervisor, and supports the resolution.
• Performs end‑of‑day/freezer closeout tasks.
• Prepares, maintains, and updates electronic or physical inventories (samples, supplies, etc.).
• Adheres to all laboratory safety policies and procedures including proper use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a regulated laboratory or Clinical Research Organization (CRO).
• Additional education may be substituted for experience.
• Training in and experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL‑2) techniques is preferred.

• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice/Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GLP/GCLP).
• Strong proficiency in working with computers (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook), specialized software (Sample Tracking software), and experience using formulas.
• Ability to work with laboratory equipment, including but not limited to freezers/refrigerators.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and produce high quality data working under strict deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high energy, demanding and deadline driven environment.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and able to handle specimens.
• Ability to understand and follow SOPs and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours to include long hours and weekends.
• Ability to participate in on‑call schedule for freezer temperature monitoring and response activities.

• Frequently required to sit and stand for long periods; occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms.
• Up to 100 % of the day may be spent at a laboratory bench, involving repetitive tasks (e.g., labeling).
• May work in a cold environment for up to 50 % of time.
• Requires working at heights above four (4) feet on occasion and moving/lifting up to 25 pounds.

• Laboratory environment working with chemical reagents and Biosafety Level 2 materials including human blood/blood products and/or other potentially infectious human samples.
• May involve handling of pathogenic materials and organisms.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $39,600 to $57,500. This salary range represents a general guideline as MSD considers other factors when presenting an offer of employment, such as scope and responsibilities of the position, external market factors, and the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience. Employees may qualify for a discretionary or non‑discretionary bonus in addition to their base salary.

These annual bonuses are intended to recognize individual performance and enable employees to benefit from the Company’s overall success.

At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees’…