Sample Management Technician

About the role

As a Sample Management Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting scientific studies by ensuring samples and study materials are accurately received, tracked, stored, and managed throughout their lifecycle. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will help maintain sample integrity and support the successful execution of critical research and testing projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, label, log, and store incoming samples and study materials.
• Track and manage samples using laboratory inventory systems from receipt through storage, transfer, archiving, or disposal.
• Maintain accurate records and chain-of-custody documentation to ensure sample traceability.
• Coordinate the movement of samples and materials between laboratory departments.
• Ensure proper storage conditions and inventory organization.
• Identify and communicate any issues related to sample condition, labeling, or documentation.
• Follow SOPs, GLP, cGMP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support laboratory operations through sample preparation, equipment checks, inventory management, and other operational activities as needed.
• Safely handle regulated, controlled, or potentially hazardous materials in accordance with company procedures.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Strong organizational, computer, and documentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new processes and technologies.
• Experience working in a laboratory, scientific, manufacturing, logistics, inventory, warehouse, or regulated environment is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or college coursework in science is preferred.
• Previous laboratory, inventory control, sample management, warehouse, agricultural, or materials handling experience is a plus.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is full-time position, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Dental and vision options