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University of Pennsylvania

Biobanking: Organization and collection of isolates from the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory weekly or overseeing/working with student employee in this task. Maintaining list of biobanked isolates.

University of Pennsylvania

Biobanking: Organization and collection of isolates from the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory weekly or overseeing/working with student employee in this task. Maintaining list of biobanked isolates.

IBX

Cell Services Supervisor - Second Shift

Piscataway, NJ · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Company Description As the world's largest university-based biorepository, Infinity BiologiX has been perfecting the science of biobanking, bioprocessing and analytics since 1999. By utilizing a ...

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How much do biobanking jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for biobanking in the United States is $60.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.52 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Biobanking position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Biobanking, you need a strong background in biology or biomedical sciences, meticulous attention to detail, and experience handling biological specimens, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), sample tracking software, and biosafety protocols is critical, and some positions may require certifications such as GCP (Good Clinical Practice). Excellent organization, teamwork, and communication skills are essential soft skills in this multidisciplinary field. These competencies ensure the integrity, accessibility, and compliance of biological samples, which are vital for supporting medical research and clinical trials.

What is a Biobanking job?

A Biobanking job involves the collection, processing, storage, and management of biological samples such as blood, tissues, and DNA for research and clinical purposes. Professionals in this field ensure proper documentation, ethical compliance, and quality control of specimens. They may work in hospitals, research institutions, or pharmaceutical companies to support medical research, personalized medicine, and disease studies. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of laboratory procedures, and data management skills are essential for this role.

What are typical daily tasks and responsibilities in a Biobanking role?

In a Biobanking role, daily tasks often include the receipt, cataloging, processing, and storage of biological specimens such as blood, tissue, or DNA. You may also be responsible for maintaining accurate records in databases, ensuring sample integrity, following strict biosafety and quality control protocols, and coordinating with researchers or healthcare providers requesting samples. Collaboration with laboratory staff, data managers, and sometimes external partners is common, making teamwork an important part of the job. Maintaining compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines is also a routine aspect of biobanking. These responsibilities are crucial to supporting vital research and ensuring reliable outcomes for scientific and medical advancements.

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Assistant Director for Biofluids Core

Assistant Director for Biofluids Core

University of Chicago Library

Knapp, WI

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

University Of Chicago rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

134th of 553 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department

BSD CCC - Clinical Trials Support Unit


About the Department

The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) is an integral component of the Biological Sciences Division (BSD). The BSD is the largest of four Divisions of the University and includes the Pritzker School of Medicine. UCCCC administers four established scientific programs, and the NCI-sponsored Cancer Center Support Grant funds ten Shared Resources. The Comprehensive Cancer Center comprises over 200 faculty members from twenty departments, with members currently being awarded over $51million in total direct costs in peer-reviewed cancer research grants, and $24 million in non-peer-reviewed grants and contracts. The activities of the Center are broad and varied, including research, training and education, marketing andcommunications, fundraising, data analytics, clinical trials management, and community outreach and engagement.
The UCCCC has one of the largest cancer clinical trials programs in the country and in the Chicago area, with more than 450 adult and pediatric therapeutic trials actively accruing patients. Many of these studies are investigator-initiated, including Phase I or I/II trials, demonstrating UCCCC's commitment to translating basic research findings to the clinic through proof-of-principle and early-phase studies. UCCCC opens over 130 new trials each year and accrues approximately 800 participants to therapeutic trials each year.


Job Summary

We seek an experienced, strategic leader to oversee clinical operations for biospecimen collection in support of cancer clinical research. This role is responsible for managing the operational, scientific, and regulatory oversight of biospecimen collection and other preanalytical biobanking activities, including the collection and handling of blood, tissue, saliva, stool, bone marrow specimens, and research-related EKGs.
The individual will work closely with the Human Tissue Resource Center (HTRC) and the clinical trial operations teams, including Clinical Research Managers, Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), and Data Managers (DMs), to ensure execution of biospecimen-related protocol requirements across the full lifecycle of oncology clinical trials. This role will provide leadership for the CTSO Biospecimen Core, overseeing both research laboratory operations and associated administrative functions, while ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations.
The position requires strong operational leadership, research oversight, and personnel management, including responsibility for collecting biospecimens, ensuring protocol compliance, managing fee-for-service operations, and developing new procedures to support evolving research needs.

Responsibilities

  • Oversees the development of service level agreements with HTRC that outline the sample processing and handling requirements, as well as other research-related activities that the CTSO Biospecimen Core will be responsible for overseeing.

  • Develops, implements, andoptimizesstandard operating procedures, workflows, and technical processes to improve operational efficiency and research quality.

  • Manages and mentors research staff, including hiring, performance management, staff development, and oversight of method development and laboratory operations.

  • Collaborates with financial services toestablishand manage fee structures and user fees for laboratory and biobanking services.

  • Reviews clinical trial protocols for feasibility and billing intensity scoring.

  • Serves as the key collaborator with HTRC to help in inspections, safety audits, and compliance monitoring activities.

  • Prepares and reviews data compliance reports for leadership, focusing on protocol deviations/violations and planned corrective and preventive action plans.

  • Develops goals, operating procedures, and clinical research guidelines aligned with UChicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center strategy (UCCC), and institutional priorities.

  • Adapts UCCCC priorities and resources to address operational challenges and support evolving clinical research demands.

  • Manages research professionals and support staff involved with planning, monitoring, and compliance aspects of research projects. Advises other researchers on long-range plans for research projects.

  • Develops goals and operating procedures, practices, and guidelines for research activity based on department strategy.

  • Manages the laboratory facilities, including the purchase of new equipment and the maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment.

  • Reviews research of others, and may conduct own research, in area of expertise. Edits and approves articles,reportsand manuscripts. Presents research findings at meetings and/or conference. Manages the research of processes in clinical or non-clinical settings. Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.

  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.


Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.


Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • A Master's Degree in a related field.

Experience:

  • At least 10 years of experienceoperatingand managing core facilities and research labs.

  • 7-10 years of independentpolicy-based decision-making.

  • Experience directing or managing a growing team.

  • Experience presenting at conferences and meetings.

Preferred Competencies

  • Strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

  • Adaptability.

  • Problem-solving. dedication to the team mission.

  • Experience handling confidential and sensitive data with discretion.

  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively with team members.

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

  • Familiarity with graphing software (SigmaPlotand GraphPad).

Working Conditions

  • Ability to navigate the UChicago Campus as required by the Position.

  • Hybrid work arrangements may be considered.

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)

  • Cover letter (preferred)


When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.


Job Family

Research


Role Impact

People Manager


Scheduled Weekly Hours

40


Drug Test Required

Yes


Health Screen Required

Yes


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No


Pay Rate Type

Salary


FLSA Status

Exempt


Pay Range

$110,000.00 - $150,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.


Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.


Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at:http://securityreport.uchicago.edu.Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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