Exact Sciences
BiorepositorySampleSourcingSpecialistII
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“Biorepository Sample Sourcing Specialist II at Exact Sciences. Skills: Sample Sourcing, Stakeholder Management, Process Documentation, Logistics. Build and maintain positive relationships with internal customers, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.. Support identification and outreach activities with external biobanks, networks, research institutions, industry vendors, and other sample providers.”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver high-quality samples through excellent coordination and communication.; Ensure timely, accurate delivery of information and project deliverables to stakeholders.; Achieve results needed for all requests per defined deadlines.; Ensure on-time delivery of all assigned duties.
Industry & Context.
Exemplary analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.; Ability to exercise judgment and determine appropriate action to a variety of problems of differing complexity.
Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day., Ability and means to travel between local Exact Sciences locations., Ability to travel 10% of working time away from work location, may include international and overnight/weekend travel.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field or Associate’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field and 2 years of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s or High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree., 2+ years of progressively responsible job-related experience in laboratory, clinical research, IT, regulatory, or related function with stakeholder management., Understanding of different sample types and relevant data elements that characterize a sample as fit-for-purpose for downstream utility., Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship., Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or field as outlined in the essential duties., Experience in a laboratory or biorepository setting collecting, processing, and/or coordinating samples., Experience in human sample procurement., Understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines., Experience in a customer-facing service role., Knowledge of sample management operations including laboratory information management systems (LIMS), barcoding, sample processing, management, storage, and retrieval.
What You'll Do.
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal customers
and cross-functional stakeholders.
Support identification and outreach activities with external biobanks
research institutions
and other sample providers.
Support sample provider evaluation and qualification activities via established processes.
Establish project-specific agreements with sample providers to fulfill sample needs.
Maintain up-to-date sample provider information.
Intake sample sourcing requests of low/moderate complexity
document customer requirements
identify appropriate sample providers
and fulfill requests.
Develop and oversee the implementation of project-specific sample sourcing plans.
Document operational workflows by authoring work instructions and process diagrams.
Execute established sample purchase order and invoicing processes.
Review samples and data for quality
and work with appropriate stakeholders to resolve issues.
Adapt to rapid changes in priorities
display sense of urgency
and identify ways to work together to achieve results.
Ensure on-time delivery of all assigned duties.
Uphold company mission and values through accountability
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal customers, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.; Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.; Work with appropriate stakeholders to resolve issues.; Identify ways to work together to achieve results needed for all requests per defined deadlines.
Communication Scope
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Effective presentation skills; Ability to effectively organize, present, and convey problems or issues.
Process & Methodology
Develop and oversee the implementation of project-specific sample sourcing plans including supply distribution, collection, processing, shipping, storage, retrieval, intra-site logistics, and data management.
Full Job Description
**Help us change lives** At Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support _your_ life while you’re working to help others. **Position Overview** The Exact Sciences Biorepository team enables the execution of clinical trials and research initiatives by delivering high-quality services across the sample management lifecycle. The Biorepository Sample Sourcing Specialist works closely with Biorepository leadership, research and development, evidence program managers, cross-functional support teams, and other key stakeholders to provide high-quality samples through excellent coordination and communication. This is an onsite position at our Madison, WI location. **Essential Duties** Include, but are not limited to, the following: * Build and maintain positive relationships with internal customers, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders. * Support identification and outreach activities with external biobanks, networks, research institutions, industry vendors, and other sample providers that can supply Exact Sciences high-quality, well-characterized samples. * Support sample provider evaluation and qualification activities via established processes. * Establish project-specific agreements with sample providers to fulfill sample needs. * Maintain up-to-date sample provider information. * Intake sample sourcing requests of low/moderate complexity, document customer requirements, identify appropriate sample providers, and fulfill requests by ensuring timely, accurate delivery of information and project deliverables to stakeholders. * Develop and oversee the implementation of project-specific sample sourcing plans including supply distribution, collection, processing, shipping, storage, retrieval, intra-site lo
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