Sample Management Specialist (East Coast)

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve. At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference. Parexel is looking to hire a Sample Management Specialist with experience in Clinical Trials to support centralized management processes! This is a remote position and will be exclusively operational and computer based. In this role, you will support sample management by making sure study management plans are correct, overseeing sample chain of custody, and performing quality control and sample reconciliation. In this role, you will also work closely with early phase clinical specialists and scientists, as well as performing study closeout duties. Description of Role & Responsibilities: Support centralized specimen management processes Responsible for compliance of specimen activities Understand the required assays and associated specimens as defined by protocols Ensure study specimen management plans are correct, including all planned specimen chain of custody Prepare study manifest templates and assist with specimen-related documents Track and reconcile specimens Assist with study closeout and final specimen disposition Skills and Experience: Experience with clinical trials and clinical sample management required Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team Ability to manage complex projects under accelerated timelines Ability to partner effectively with internal and external teams to achieve results Strong issue identification and resolution skills Able to learn quickly and be proficient in applicable tools and databases used to support the activities Experience with MS Office Suite Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Educational Requirements: BS and at least 3 years of related experience Due to the location of the Client, East Coast Candidates are strongly preferred; however, strong CST candidates who are willing to work East Coast hours will also be considered. #LI-LB1 EEO Disclaimer Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts and in Durham, North Carolina, Parexel has over 16,000 employees, with offices that support clients in over 100 countries around the world. We provide the most comprehensive drug development capabilities of any CRO worldwide. Our global regulatory expertise, Phase I-IV clinical research services, and advanced commercialization services all work together to move you through the development journey more smoothly and cost-effectively from beginning to end.