Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician

Location: City of Rochester

Job Title:

Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician Department:
Specimen Processing

Location:

Onsite;
Rochester, NYHours Per Week: 40

Schedule:

Tuesday
- Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMSUMMARYThe Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician I performs the daily operations of specified area within the Clinical Trials Specimen Management (CTSM) Laboratory (routine, shipping, storage). They perform all daily functions in accordance to company policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES Perform all processes in accordance with SOP’s and appropriate regulatory guidelines

Perform receipt, QC checks and onward processing for Clinical Trials specimens

Perform accurate data entry into various laboratory information management systems

Prepare samples for onward shipment

Work with samples under varying temperature conditions including ultra-cold (-80°C) and liquid nitrogen (-196°C)
Handle deliveries of packages including lifting and carrying of boxes filled with dry ice Perform housekeeping as required to maintain a clean and tidy working environment including frozen storage unit maintenance and emptying waste ice receptacles

Utilize study documentation to aid in problem solving and escalate to senior staff as required

Manage specimen related study documentation including preparation for archiving

Guarantee client satisfaction by providing exceptional service to internal customers

Adapt to changing priorities with guidance from senior team members

Perform specimen receipt/accessioning/shipping activities depending on your main area of work (Routine, storage or batched shipping) including but not limited to Routine team:
Receive process and accession routine specimens

Storage Team:
Receive, process, store and accession stored specimen

Shipping Team:
Prepare stored samples for batched shipment

Utilize Environmental monitoring software to monitor all specimen storage units to ensure integrity of all specimens at all times

Walk samples between building 150 & 160, as needed

Perform other duties as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATION SN/AP REFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences or related field

Experience from laboratory and/or highly regulated environments

Strong Microsoft Office and data entry skills

Strong attention to detail

Works well in group setting as well as individually

EDUCATION:

LICENSES /

CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate
- These roles require a combination of movement and stationary work, including frequent standing, walking, and moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Tasks may involve repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, or pulling, along with maintaining awareness in high-traffic or operational areas. Visual focus and spatial awareness are critical in facilities, logistics, or support settings. Emotional demands include managing interruptions, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining compliance with safety standards.

Environmental exposures may include equipment noise, shared work spaces, and occasional proximity to hazardous areas. Physical capability screening may be required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:$17.50 - $19.50

CITY:

Rochester POSTAL CODE:14624

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.