Clinical Sample Handling Specialist
Celerion
Summary
Celerion is committed to swift, exceptional clinical research through translational medicine. Every day, we use our experience, agility, and innovative research strategies to help get drugs to market faster.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Prepare samples for shipment, following standard processes and client specifications, to meet predetermined shipping milestones (50%)
- Reconciliation
- Sample labeling
- Sample verification
- Preparation of sample paperwork, including all SOP required sample tracking, standard or customized manifest creation, accurate deviation reporting and cover letter creations (25%)
- Pack and ship biological samples both internationally and domestically, following all regulatory requirements and IATA shipping guidelines (25%)
- Manage the complete sample management aspect of all assigned studies by working a flexible schedule (including additional hours when needed), cross-checking the work of teammates and proactively communicating with the Clinical Conduct Manager, Clinical Study Manager, Clinical Sample Handling Specialist Team Leader, sponsor contact or receiving laboratory as appropriate
- Perform process audits
- Ability to work in required work environment, including but not limited to working in a clinical/laboratory environment with exposure to biological/biohazardous materials and second hand smoke from combustible cigarettes and vapors from electronic cigarettes
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Post high school education in life sciences or medical training preferred
- Maintenance of IATA Shipping Certification required
- Internal conduct or biological sample inventory experience preferred
- Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of staff as well as clients
- Microsoft Office/outlook proficiency
- Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (but is flexible after training to meet workload requirements)
Requirements
- Post high school education in life sciences or medical training preferred
- Maintenance of IATA Shipping Certification required
- Internal conduct or biological sample inventory experience preferred
- Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of staff as well as clients
- Microsoft Office/outlook proficiency
Company overview
Celerion is a global leader in early clinical research and a premier clinical research organization (CRO) specializing in early-phase drug development. Founded in 2010 with roots dating back to 1969, the company operates with over 50 years of experience in conducting clinical trials. Celerion focuses on Phase 1 studies, including first-in-human dose escalation, drug-drug interactions, cardiac safety, bioequivalence, metabolism, and pharmacokinetics in patient populations. The company's name derives from the Latin 'celeritas,' meaning swiftness and speed, reflecting its commitment to accelerating drug development timelines. With more than 1,000 full-time scientific and medical personnel and over 650 clinical beds across global facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, Celerion provides comprehensive services including clinical pharmacology studies, bioanalytical services, data management, biostatistics, and regulatory support. The company has conducted over 6,000 studies and works with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients to enable faster, informed decisions in drug development, helping bring new medicines to market more efficiently.