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QC Sample Coordinator II

Madison, WI · On-site

$20 - $27.50/hr

August 12, 2025 Wage Level: hourly Position Title: QC Sample Coordinator II Location: Madison WI ... Routinely perform aseptic sampling inside a Biological Safety Cabinet * Perform routine cleaning of ...

PCI Pharma Services

QC Sample Coordinator II

Madison, WI

$20 - $27.50/hr

August 12, 2025 Wage Level: hourly Position Title: QC Sample Coordinator II Location: Madison WI ... Routinely perform aseptic sampling inside a Biological Safety Cabinet * Perform routine cleaning of ...

Bureau Veritas

$22 - $24/hr

Sample Management Coordinator II Position Title: Lab Support Technician II Division: Consumer ... Monitor unretrieved sample plates, and support communication to biology for plate retrieval or ...

Cni

Sample Custodian

Port Orchard, WA

$32/hr

The Sample Custodian provides clerical and administrative laboratory support for the environmental organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry and biology departments at the U.S. Environmental Protection ...

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How much do biological sample coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for biological sample coordinator in the United States is $23.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a biological sample coordinator do?

A Biological Sample Coordinator is responsible for managing, tracking, and organizing biological samples such as blood, tissue, or other specimens used in research or clinical trials. They ensure all samples are properly collected, stored, labeled, and transported according to strict protocols. This role often involves close collaboration with laboratory staff, researchers, and logistics teams to maintain sample integrity and compliance with regulations. Attention to detail and knowledge of laboratory practices are essential for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a biological sample coordinator?

To excel as a Biological Sample Coordinator, you need a background in biological sciences, attention to detail, and experience with sample processing, often supported by a relevant degree or laboratory certification. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), sample tracking databases, and compliance with biosafety protocols is typically required. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively make someone stand out in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate sample handling, maintaining data integrity, and supporting successful research or clinical outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by biological sample coordinators in managing sample integrity and compliance?

Biological Sample Coordinators frequently encounter challenges related to maintaining sample integrity during collection, transportation, and storage, especially when handling temperature-sensitive or hazardous materials. Ensuring compliance with strict regulatory and documentation requirements, such as chain-of-custody protocols and data accuracy, can also be demanding. Collaboration with laboratory staff, clinical teams, and external vendors is essential to address logistical issues and resolve discrepancies quickly. Staying organized and detail-oriented is crucial to prevent errors that could compromise research quality or regulatory compliance.

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Infographic showing various Biological Sample Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,878 per year, or $23.5 per hour.

Sample Management Coordinator II

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Bureau Veritas
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$22 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support customer orders by solubilizing, plating, and managing samples, including sample staging and inventory updates.

  • Assist with sample submission support, including inspection, creation, and plating activities, as well as sample shipping and transfer between locations.

  • Monitor and maintain sample storage, organize workload to meet laboratory turnaround times, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Bureau Veritas rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Overview:
Business Title: Sample Management Coordinator II
Position Title: Lab Support Technician II
Division: Consumer Products Services
Entity: ATL
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports to: Manager
FLSA: Non-exempt
Hours Worked:Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.
Position Summary:
The Sample Management Coordinator II is responsible for customer order support, such as solubilizing and plating compounds that may be highly potent and controlled substances, sample staging, and updating inventory. The role is also responsible for container direct sample submission support.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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  • Directed sample submission (DSS) support for shipping and delivery services for plated samples including inspection of inventory samples, neat sample solubilization, sample tube creation and plating activities.
  • Sample order support including:
  • Order system customer service
  • Order processing prioritization based on order comments.
  • Sample shipping and receiving
  • Support the transfer of sample submission containers and plate deliveries between buildings.
  • Inspection of sample testing plates to ensure automation systems are operating according to quality standards.
  • Communication of apparent issues to client personnel.
  • Pick/Place sample archive support for solubilized sample archive, sample staging & storage locations (including loading and unloading samples from automated storage systems, refrigerators, and freezers in our laboratories).
  • Monitor plate staging and pick-up locations: Monitor unretrieved sample plates, and support communication to biology for plate retrieval or disposal.
  • Sample storage maintenance and issue resolution support (i.e., locating misplaced samples, reorganization/loading of sample archives and sample staging locations, and ample tube auditing).
  • Organizes and manages workload to meet or exceed laboratory turnaround time and client expectations.
  • Performs all tasks and procedures with limited supervision
  • Clean, organize and maintain work area, glassware (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, and supply cabinets, as needed).
  • Participate in the laboratory inventory program that provides adequate inventories of reagents and supplies.
  • Assure the accuracy of tasks by adhering to the laboratory's SOPs.
  • Communicate effectively with team members
  • Complies with all safety guidelines.
  • Assist in administrative aspects of various departmental projects as directed.
  • Conduct verbal and written communications with internal with limited direction.
  • Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
  • Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
  • Other duties as defined by manager, department needs and workload.

Skills & Proficiencies:
  • Must be comfortable handling chemical samples
  • Communicate professionally and concisely - both written and verbal
  • Have solid experience maintaining a high attention to detail
  • Strong experience with MS Office Suite and SharePoint sites
  • Ability to quickly understand job-specific software
  • Team-oriented and the ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • Be a proven multi-tasker that truly thrives on juggling multiple projects in a deadline driven environment
  • Possess strong organizational skills with ability to quickly assess project status and communicate it effectively. Must be able to work with specified turnaround times in a production environment.
  • Experience in handling large quantities of samples and orders
  • Driven, energetic person coordinating activities among different areas of the department
  • Demonstrate team leadership
  • Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and complex schedules to support optimum laboratory operations
  • Technical problem solving and process improvement skills

Education and Experience:
  • Degree requirement: Associate's Degree in Chemistry or closely related field
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience of laboratory research in a highly detail-oriented environment

Compensation Range: $22.00-$24.00 per hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as location, education, experience, and skillset).
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