Biospecimen Project Manager

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Biospecimen Project Manager overseeing clinical-study sample lifecycle, metadata, and laboratory data. Managing trackers, project plans, analytical transfers, and database-lock readiness for a sponsor.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the centralized point of contact for biospecimen lifecycle management and resulting analytical data from clinical studies
  • Drive biospecimen lifecycle management from sample receipt to analysis and final disposition
  • Ensure accurate specimen metadata
  • Communicate study specimen updates to client groups and stakeholders
  • Improve specimen management efficiency by sharing knowledge and best practices
  • Provide site support and drive query resolution
  • Participate in or lead special projects
  • Adhere to client policies and Standard Operating Procedures
  • Review clinical study protocols and service providers’ scope of work documents for sample handling and processing details
  • Set up and maintain complex study sample trackers
  • Create and manage project plans
  • Manage data transfer plans with analytical laboratories
  • Manage data received from external and internal laboratories, including exploratory studies
  • Manage specimen metadata discrepancies and ensure resolution
  • Submit specimens for analytical assays according to study timelines
  • Review specimen receipt status and data completeness
  • Support database locks by ensuring all specimens have final results and data transfer is complete
  • Create reports for data management as needed
  • Support annual and long-term planning projections
  • Provide support and act as a technical resource within the department

Requirements:

  • B.A./B.S. in life sciences, medical technology, or related field, required
  • 3–5 years experience managing biospecimen samples from receipt to analysis and final disposition, required
  • Understanding of transaction-based inventory and data management systems as well as clinical trial processes
  • Understanding of ICH, GCP, GLP, and local regulations
  • Project Management experience strongly desired
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
  • Very high attention to detail and excellent multi-tasking skills
  • Proficient in all Microsoft products, including Excel, with macro and template building knowledge
  • Experience with LIMS systems

Benefits:

  • 100% remote work arrangement
  • Ability to work standard east coast business hours
  • Potential maximum travel 2–4 times per year in Cambridge, MA