At BioAgilytix, we are passionate about premier science and the impact it has on our world. Our team of highly experienced scientists and professionals deliver tailored services for supporting new medicine breakthroughs with best-in-class bioanalytical services. We are tirelessly committed to our customers by being solution-oriented and deadline-driven. . . and we are growing. Our culture is fast-paced, fun and never boring. Because we work across numerous clients and drug modalities, your career can develop rapidly. You’ll gain experience with a variety of challenges all while you enable life-changing, life-saving therapeutics to the patients who need them.
The Data Management Specialist is responsible for GxP-compliant processing of data within the Sample Management group.
Essential Responsibilities
Generates and maintains records in a GxP-compliant manner
Builds study sample metadata in LIMS
Prepares sample manifest files for import into electronic sample management systems (eSMS)
Resolves discrepancies and updates electronic information
Ensures data integrity and traceability
Develops/validates SM software solutions
Collects and presents metrics data
Participates in audits/inspections as appropriate
Provides information for QAU, client, or regulatory agency audit reports as needed
Trains new Sample Management Specialists
Assists with drafting Sample Management SOPs
Recommends/enacts process improvements
May train new Data Management Specialists as needed
May receive samples as needed:
Receives shipments into Sample Management
Initiates sample chain-of-custody
Provides timely notification of sample receipt to client/BPM
May ship samples to domestic or international destinations as needed
May accession samples as needed:
Accessions samples into LIMS
Imports electronic sample metadata into eSMS
Resolves discrepancies, with responsibility for investigating and correcting sample anomalies
Manages pre- and post-test sample storage
Pulls samples for testing per schedule/request
Checks out pre-test samples and checks in post-test samples
Follows BAL SOPs
Minimum Preferred Qualifications: Education/Experience
High School diploma and not less than eight (8) years’ experience in sample management in a biotech or pharmaceutical GxP-regulated environment
Associate degree in biological science or related field and not less than six (6) years' experience in sample management in a biotech or pharmaceutical GxP-regulated environment
Bachelor's degree in biological science or related field and not less than four (4) years' experience in sample management in a biotech or pharmaceutical GxP-regulated environment
Minimum Preferred Qualifications: Skills
Working knowledge of GxP regulations
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment where multiple concurrent projects must be completed in a timely manner
Ability to take direction well and multi-task
Acute attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in MS Excel and Word
Proficiency in LIMS and Quality Management software packages
Preferred Credentials
Associate degree in biological science or related field and not less than six (6) years’ experience in sample management in a biotech or pharmaceutical GxP-regulated environment
Bachelor’s degree in biological science or related field and not less than four (4) years’ experience in sample management in a biotech or pharmaceutical GxP-regulated environment
Supervision Received
Infrequent supervision and instructions
Frequently exercises discretionary authority
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, on-site position
Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the “core” work hours as published in the BioAgilytix Employee Handbook
Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening work required
BENEFITS AND OTHER PERKS
Medical Insurance (HDHP with HSA; PPO), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (medical; dependent care), Short Term Disability | Long Term Disability Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (4 weeks per year), Parental Leave, Paid Holidays (9 scheduled; 5 floating), 401k with Employer Match, Employee Referral Program
COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
BioAgilytix provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.
