Apex Systems is looking for candidates to fill a Pre-Analytical Services Coordinator role. If you are interested please email your resume to Caroline Edmondson, [email protected]

PURPOSE
Process study samples for accessioning, storage, onward shipping or Laboratory Testing according to study requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accession received samples according to standard operating procedures and study requirements in a timely manner.
• Route any samples intended for same day analysis to the lab in a timely manner.
• Execute quality control check and identification of incoming specimens.
• Remand samples with discrepancies into designated storage locations.
• Work directly with the client or study manager to resolve sample discrepancies.
• Prepare and package specimens requiring onward shipping to outside recipients for testing.
• Ensure that scheduled shipments are made as per sponsor requirements.
• Discard any samples when required.
• Review, action and close any ad-hoc requests assigned.
• Provide support to line management in any tasks applicable to the daily running of the department.
• Sort incoming specimens for testing, storage or onward shipping.
• Ensure that all shipments incoming and outgoing meet shipping regulatory requirements.
• Ensure specimen integrity by maintaining specimens at the proper temperature conditions and taking proactive steps to prevent temperature variance.
• Assist with routine freezer maintenance.
• Manage the specimen management requirements of higher complexity studies.
  *All responsibilities are essential job functions unless noted as nonessential (N).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good working knowledge of relevant procedures
• Ability to liaise with internal departments
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in science related field
• 1 year direct post-graduation experience with accessioning and sample qualifying

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive use of telephone and face-to-face communication requiring accurate perception of speech
• Extensive use of keyboard requiring repetitive motion of fingers
• Regular sitting for extended periods of time

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.