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Location: Birmingham, AL

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Full-time: Benefit Eligible

In this role, you will:

The Biorepository Coordinator is responsible for the organization and management of a biorepository, the facility that collects, stores, and manages biological samples for research.

• Responsible for receiving, accessioning, and storing diverse biological samples (blood, FFPE tissue, frozen tissue, plasma, etc.) according to established protocols.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of samples, ensuring they are tracked and located efficiently.
• Coordinates shipping and receipt of samples to internal and external collaborators, ensuring proper packaging and documentation.
• Enter and maintain data in the biorepository database, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation for all aspects of the biorepository operations, including sample accessioning, handling, processing, storage, and shipping.
• Ensure the quality of samples stored in the biorepository through proper handling, review, storage, and maintenance.
• Work with internal and external collaborators to meet their needs for sample access and utilization.
• Maintain biorepository equipment, including freezers and other storage devices, by following proper maintenance protocols.
• Adhere to all relevant protocols and guidelines for sample handling, storage, and shipping.
• Completes annual training programs within the required timeframe
• Maintains strictest confidentiality
• Complies with all State, Federal, professional regulations as well as company and departmental rules, polices, and procedural manuals
• Adherence to HIPAA, Safety and OSHA Regulations

All you need is:

• BA/BS science related degree preferred. Med-tech degree and certification desired.
• Experience working in laboratory or industry related fields
• Experience working in regulated environments with biological samples and processing
• Knowledge of general tissue biorepository policies and operations
• A valid state driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Emphasis on attention to detail
• Knowledge of basic medical and pathology terminology

Company:

Sonic Anatomic Pathology

We'll give you:

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
• Opportunity to grow in your profession
• Free lab services for you and your dependents
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
• A sense of belonging - we're a community!

We also want you to know:

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.

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Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.