Specialist, Sample Management (Wed-Sat, 2nd Shift, 2:00pm-12:30am)

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Contributes to the management of test samples and reagents, including:

• Handling test samples throughout the sample lifecycle- receipt, storage, distribution, transfer, and disposal.
• Maintaining sample tracking and chain of custody records in accordance with GMP requirements and written procedures.
• Ensuring that obsolete or expired samples and materials are destroyed and disposed of according to written procedures.
• Performing sample queries and periodic storage reports, as required.
• Assisting management with investigations and deviations related to sample management.
• Collaborating with other departments to identity and implement process efficiencies.

Contributes to the management of laboratory inventory, including:

• Maintaining the inventory of laboratory supplies including reagents, media, consumables, etc.
• Maintaining the reference standard inventory and distributing reference standards to functional groups upon request.
• Ensuring that materials are appropriately labelled and traceable according to GMPs, regulatory requirements, and written procedures.
• Assisting management with investigations and deviations related to laboratory inventory.
• Maintaining 5S and FIFO principles, as appropriate.

Provides QC materials support, including:

• Maintaining metrics for the sample management group.
• Facilitating cold chain transfers of samples, as required.
• Collaborating with supply chain, warehouse, and lab services to ensure all QC laboratory supplies are adequately stocked.

Performs other tasks as assigned.

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

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