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The Senior Clinical Sample Acquisition and Inventory Specialist for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics plays a crucial role in obtaining clinical samples for in vitro diagnostics and managing the inventory associated with these samples. This position requires a deep understanding of laboratory processes, sample collection methods, and inventory management protocols. The individual will be responsible for ensuring the timely acquisition of high-quality clinical samples, maintaining accurate inventory records, and coordinating with various stakeholders to support diagnostic testing processes.
This position is part of the Clinical Affairs department located in Chaska, MN and will be onsite. At Beckman Coulter, our vision is to relentlessly reimagine healthcare, one diagnosis at a time.
You will be a part of the Clinical Chemistry and Immunoassay team and report to the Clinical Affairs Manager responsible for planning, implementing, and managing clinical trials. If you thrive in fast paced, detail-oriented role and want to work to build a world-class clinical affairs organization—read on.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Oversee the acquisition of clinical samples for in vitro diagnostics, ensuring adherence to ethical and regulatory requirements, study protocols, and SOPs. Establish and maintain strong relationships with external partners (e.g., health care professionals, research institutions, vendors) involved in sample acquisition and logistics. Implement effective inventory management systems and protocols to track sample availability, expiration dates, and storage conditions. Conduct regular audits of the sample inventory to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Coordinate with Clinical Project Managers and Research Associates to ensure seamless integration of sample acquisition and inventory management processes into clinical trials workflows. The essential requirements of the job include: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific field (e.g., biology, biochemistry, medical laboratory science) Strong knowledge of laboratory processes, sample collection methodologies, and relevant regulations (e.g., HIPAA, CLIA) Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail to ensure accurate record-keeping and inventory management Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders Familiarity with quality control practices and continuous improvement methodologies It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Biobanking Clinical Research At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what's next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit .
Given the essential job duties of this position, the employee is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and applicable law.
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