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Sample Management Specialist

Laval, QC, Canada Req #3395
Monday, April 29, 2024

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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them.  No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you’re a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it’s time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.

About The Role
The responsibilities of the Sample Management Specialist are to oversee tasks completion by Sample Management Technicians Service group, to ensure that sample management activities are provided to the laboratories with quality and efficiency, and to ensure integrity of study samples and material at all time.

What You'll Do Here
  • Be responsible for monitoring tasks conducted in the Sample Management Technicians Service group. 
  • To report major issues to the supervisor in a timely matter. 
  • To oversee and coach and train staff on study material integrity as well as their control, request and dispensation, and destruction of study material (excluding study samples). 
  • To ensure procedures are followed properly by staff. 
  • Responsible to find solutions and support for day-to-day issues 
  • To ensure that assigned tasks to Sample Management Technicians Service are completed within timelines as defined by the Supervisor, or that tasks are re-assigned when needed. 
  • To ensure organization and optimization of freezers storage space. 
  • To oversee the destruction of all study materials, except study samples. 
  • To oversee the reception and inventory of blank matrices. 
  • To verify paperwork generated by the Sample Management Technicians Service group. 
  • To conduct in-life verifications and provide results/follow-ups/suggestions for improvements following observations. 
  • Be responsible for the quality/execution of the daily work. 
  • To ensure chain custody of study material in Watson LIMS. 
  • To write and/or review user guides and training documents, as needed. 
  • To participate in initiatives and focus groups to optimize processes and procedures. 
What You'll Need to Succeed
  • High school degree with minimum 5 years experience in sample management;
  • Collegial or Bachelor Degree related to the field with minimum 3 years experience in sample management;
  • Knowledge of FDA-GLP, GCP and TPD regulations;
  • Excellent leadership and organizational skills;
  • Very good knowledge of Watson LIMS, MS Office.

What We Offer

  • Full time regular position;
  • 37.5 hours/week;
  • Day shift.
  • Laval installation (accessible by Metro and free parking for employees)

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  • RRSP with Employer Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include:

  •  Training & Development Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Annual Performance Reviews
MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH 
Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation.  Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!

Other details

  • Job Family T-3
  • Pay Type Hourly
Location on Google Maps
  • Laval, QC, Canada