Biosample Coordinator I

Tucson, Arizona
November 13, 2026
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Job Description

Job Summary:

  • We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Biospecimen Coordinator.
  • This role is essential to our daily operations, ensuring that sample shipments are processed, triaged, and tracked with high precision.
  • You will be instrumental in maintaining accurate chain of custody and supporting various workflow improvements within the BioSample Management Group.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Sample Intake & Triage:

  • Receive, open, and triage incoming sample shipments, directing them to the appropriate testing locations.

Accessioning & QC:

  • Perform sample accessioning and conduct quality control checks on demographic data entry to ensure accuracy.

Client Communication:

  • Serve as a point of contact for clients regarding held or rejected samples, resolving issues promptly.

Labeling & Documentation:

  • Execute sample labeling and perform final quality control checks to verify labeling accuracy.

Pathology Support:

  • Image stained slides returned from Pathology, ensuring all deliverables are met within established timelines.

Logistics Coordination:

  • Manage internal and client requests, including global sample shipments, while maintaining rigorous chain of custody standards.

Operational Management:

  • Oversee the team inbox to ensure all requests are tracked and completed.

Process Improvement:

  • Lead and drive deliverables for assigned process improvement workstreams within the BioSample Management Group.

General Support:

  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Required Experience:

  • 1–5 years of relevant experience.
  • Problem Solver: You possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues effectively.
  • Communication Skills: You are a clear, professional communicator, both verbally and in writing.
  • Detail-Oriented: You have a meticulous approach to your work and a high standard for quality.
  • Multitasker: You can manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience with bio sample management and accessioning; good Google Suite/Microsoft office skills (e.g., MS Word/Excel, Google Docs/Sheets, etc.); experience with LIMS or other sample tracking software.

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