Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Biological Sample Management Accessioning Specialist I for a contract opportunity with a leading biotechnology company in Seattle, WA.
This entry-level laboratory operations role supports clinical and research sample accessioning, sample management, and chain-of-custody documentation. The position is primarily performed in a laboratory environment and plays an important role in maintaining sample integrity, accuracy, and compliance throughout the testing lifecycle.
Schedule options:
- Mon–Fri, 5:30 AM–2:00 PM
- Fri–Mon, 4x10s, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM with flexibility
Workplace: Onsite in Seattle, WA (Eastlake)
Contract duration: Project-based through the end of December 2026
Key responsibilities:
- Receive and accession biological samples into LIMS
- Review incoming shipments and identify discrepancies
- Enter, upload, and verify sample and project information across systems
- Maintain chain-of-custody documentation and records
- Manage sample storage, inventory, and transfers
- Perform check-in and check-out procedures
- Support sample disposition activities, including disposal, return, and repurposing
- Transfer samples while maintaining required temperature conditions
- Follow SOPs, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
- Work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- Assist with additional projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a related scientific discipline, or
- 1+ year of experience in a clinical laboratory performing CLIA high-complexity testing or handling clinical samples in a regulated laboratory environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced laboratory setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a life science field
- Experience in a high-throughput clinical, research, pathology, or diagnostic laboratory
- Experience with LIMS and other web-based applications
- Knowledge of GCLP, CAP, and CLIA regulations
- Experience with biological sample handling, accessioning, or inventory management
- Familiarity with HIPAA compliance requirements
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent time management and prioritization abilities
- Commitment to quality, accuracy, and process compliance
Kelly offers eligible employees access to:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Telemedicine
- Term life and whole life insurance
- Accident and critical illness coverage
- Legal plan
- Short-term disability
- Retirement savings plan
- Service bonus and holiday pay plans
- Up to eight paid holidays per benefit year
- Transit spending account
- Earned paid sick leave under applicable state or local plans
Location
Seattle, Washington, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago