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Biomarker Associate I

Irvine, CA 92612

Posted: 01/19/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 597845 Is job remote?: Yes Country: United States

Job Description


Target PR Range: 30-40/hr
*Depending one experience

General Position Summary
Possesses an understanding of sample management processes and works closely with scientists and project managers to ensure samples are received and transferred to frozen storage in accordance with SOPs and study protocols. Develops independence in performing routine work and ability to organize, manage and set priorities for multiple tasks. Demonstrate the ability to document according to good documentation practices, communicate observations and escalate issues effectively.
Essential Functions:?
• Works with multiple functional groups to meet business needs.
• Log shipments and receive samples for clinical and/or toxicology trials, in accordance with priority and in accordance with SOPs and regulations.
• Safely works with biological matrix (e.g. plasma, urine, blood, etc) in a biohazard level 2 laboratory.
• Document and maintain shipment, sample receipt and condition records per SOP.
• Notify manager and sample owner (i.e. scientist) of any abnormal receipt conditions.
• Maintain sample integrity and chain of custody and report any concerns or failures on time
• Performs work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner.
• Plans and organizes work with periodic supervision.
• Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with current SOPs and training.
Qualifications - Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in a Scientific field or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 1+ years).
In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements
• Ability to understand and independently apply Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) to everyday work
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks
• Ability to use electronic laboratory notebook and Laboratory Information Management System (e.g. Watson LIMS, StarLIMS, etc)
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Time management and project management skills
• Problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to lift boxes up to 20 lbs

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Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.