Job Description

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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.

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About The Role

The Sample Management Coordinator is responsible for the management of biological samples collected during clinical trials. The Sample Management Coordinator will ensure tasks performed are conducted within compliance of study protocol, Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

What You'll Do Here

• Ensure the confidentiality of clinical trial participants and sponsors is respected.

• Maintain and advocate a high level of customer service and quality within the department.

• Report procedural deviations to appropriate supervisory team members.

• Understand protocol driven timed study events and acceptable windows (protocol and/or SOP driven) for the timed events.

• Perform clinical trial activities which may include but are not limited to tube/aliquot preparation, sample handling/processing and sample inventory.

• Ensure study specific sample management procedures are executed when handling biological samples.

• Maintain equipment used in sample management (i.e. freezers, refrigerators, centrifuges) and document accordingly.

• Maintain a continuous line of communication with clinical/study operations teams on sample management statuses.

• Act as a liaison to the clinical/study operations teams.

• Assist in the resolution of data queries.

• Proactively communicate issues and/or problem resolutions to departmental supervisors and managers.

• Complete and/or maintain training as required per job needs.

• Coordinate with external vendors (i.e. shipment couriers and central lab).

• Generate and distribute sample manifest reports.

• Other tasks assigned by management.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree and related work experience preferred.

• Minimum of 1 years of related experience.

• Efficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point..

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals.

• Ability to write and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

• Good Communication (French and English for Montreal location).

• Well developed interpersonal skills are required.

• Personal/professional integrity and proven discretion in handling confidential information.

• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results.

• Capable of managing multiple conflicting priorities.

• Must be self-directed, motivated, and have a willingness to take the initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation.

• Detail oriented, well organized, customer service focused and ability to work in fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and evening hours as needed.

Altasciences strives to provide a French work environment for its employees in Quebec. Altasciences has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing the above language requirement other than French. This requirement is essential for the position of the Sample Management Coordinator, but not limited to, the following reason(s):

• The employee frequently communicates with Altasciences employees across Canada and the United States. As such, English is the primary language used to correspond between offices.

• The employee frequently communicates with English-only customers outside the province of Quebec.

What We Offer:
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

• 401(k)/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 Review

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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!