Biomarker Operations Associate Contractor

Biomarker Operations Associate Contractor

Summary

Arcus Biosciences is seeking a Biomarker Operations Associate Contractor to work on-site at our Hayward, CA facility. Contractor is needed immediately to assist on a 3–6-month assignment. The candidate should have experience in clinical sample collection and logistics to work independently and collaboratively with members of the Translational Science team. Responsible for receipt, check in and storage of peripheral blood samples and tumor biopsy samples retrieved from central labs

Responsibilities

• Assists with arranging for receipt and shipment of clinical samples at Arcus and CROs
• Helps to maintain records in the Arcus clinical sample inventory database
• Relay sample collection problems on a routine basis to Biomarker Operations
• Experience in MS Excel, Outlook and Word
• Assists in sample disposition of clinical samples and with appropriate documentation
• Assist in tracking and monitoring in-bound/out-bound shipments
• Knowledgeable of GXP, SOPs and working instructions

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent in life sciences and at least 1 year work experience in an industry or clinical setting; handling and processing clinical/biological samples and experience with databases/LIMS is a plus.
• Candidate must have excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills, coupled with aptitude and enthusiasm for collaboration and maintaining the integrity of our complex clinical trial sample collections and records.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required, along with a solutions-based approach, flexibility, and the ability to focus and deliver on time-sensitive objectives.
• Willingness to learn, execute on given directions and contribute in a fast-paced environment is also essential.

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