Sample Specialist

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Stage Clinical and Phase I IV Clinical Research services. We welcome individuals who want to be part of our growing organization. QPS is an innovative, dynamic organization that strives to employ talented, caring and committed employees who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life. QPS offers challenging and rewarding work in its four core business areas and support functions. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation and accountability. Employees are encouraged to take responsibility and achieve their best, both as individuals and as team members.

Description:

The Sample Specialist will perform various office, laboratory, and clinical duties within multiple departments of QPS. This position will work directly with clinical staff to process study samples as well as process samples in the PBMC laboratory. This position will also work in the QPS Logistics department to aid in sample shipments and kit production.

THIS IS PRN POSITION

Responsibilities:
• Read and understand the guidelines of the study protocols and laboratory manuals.
• Perform the following clinical / laboratory procedures: Study sample processing, urine pregnancy test, urine drug test, urine cotinine test, and other tests required by specific study protocols.
• Perform the following procedures within the QPS Logistics Department: IATA certification, sample shipments, Kit production and shipping, aid in sample aliquoting studies.
• Label and QC specimen containers according to protocol specifications and site SOPs.
• Maintain ability to work effectively with other people including both participants and other members of the QPS team.
• Record specimen collection/processing accurately.
• Process samples according to protocol and laboratory specifications.
• Prepare biohazard material for disposal.
• Collects specimens from clinical research subjects in a timed structure.
• Prepare and label study sample tubes.
• Ensures all procedures and techniques used follow internal standard operating procedures, clinical operations procedures, study protocols and laboratory manuals.

Qualifications:
• Combination of relevant education & experience that provides sufficient knowledge & skills to ensure incumbent's success in this role, such as:

o Previous sample processing preferred

o Previous PBMC processing preferred

o Experience in a Regulated industry laboratory preferred

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

QPS is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. QPS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. QPS conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.