Sample Biobank Manager

Job title:

Sample Biobank Manager

Company

Danaher

Job description

Leica Biosystems’ mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is at the heart of our corporate culture. We’re a global leader in cancer diagnostics with the most comprehensive portfolio from biopsy to diagnosis. Our easy-to-use and consistently reliable offerings help improve workflow efficiency and diagnostic confidence. Our associates know that every moment matters when it comes to cancer diagnostics. When you come to work, you’re helping develop solutions that enable accurate diagnoses to turn anxiety into answers. Join our diverse, global team of talented people, and be inspired to grow every day.Leica Biosystems is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Diagnostics Companies at Danaher. Together, we’re working at the pace of change to improve patient lives with diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges.The Global Clinical Affairs function provides leadership and direction on all clinical decisions related to the overall Leica Biosystems business strategy.The Sample Biobank Manager for Leica Biosystems is responsible for the procurement, management and storage of all samples and slides used within LBS sponsored clinical research studies.The Sample Biobank Manager holds an essential position within clinical operations function of the Global Clinical Affairs team to ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and department standard operating procedures. This position will be on-site in Newcastle, UK and will report to the Director of Clinical Operations, responsible for the effective implementation and execution of our clinical trials and research initiatives. If you thrive in a collaborative and fast paced environment and want to work to build a world-class diagnostics organization—read on.In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Establish and maintain a centralized biorepository for all specimens used in clinical research studies performed by Leica Biosystems
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to the acquisition, accessioning, storage, and distribution/shipping of biological samples
• Partner with Clinical and Core Team representatives to oversee sample procurement, shipments, cataloging, and archiving based on applicable protocol and regulatory requirements (i.e. GCP, HIPAA, HTA, etc.)

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Demonstrated experience in biobank/sample management within a clinical operations or research setting
• Implementation of biobank management software to track and manage specimen inventories
• Support development of plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies of related clinical sample management activities
• Collaborate with clinical researchers, laboratory personnel, and other stakeholders to support research projects and initiatives
• BA/BS degree with extensive sample management or advanced degree (MS/PhD/PharmD) with extensive relevant experience

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Previous experience supporting Oncology, Anatomical Pathology and/or clinical diagnostic studies is preferred
• Familiarity in biohazardous domestic and international shipping practices (IATA guidelines)

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit .At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

Expected salary

Location

Newcastle

Job date

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:57:16 GMT

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