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Guidehouse

Biological Scientist

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$74K - $124K/yr

... Director and associated research programs. This role will be supporting biorepository operations, clinical research activities, and the HR-pQCT Imaging Program. This position is a full-time position ...

Cure HHT

VP, Research & Clinical Affairs

... Director, who owns registry/biorepository scientific operations and data integrity. * Govern member access to registry data, biospecimens (at fully-loaded cost), and the clinical-trial app ...

Montgomery College

Manager, Laboratory

Nashville, TN · On-site

Direct day-to-day biorepository and laboratory operations supporting academic and commercial investigators.* Optimize workflows related to tissue procurement, processing, annotation, storage, and ...

Cure HHT

... Director, who owns registry/biorepository scientific operations and data integrity. * Govern member access to registry data, biospecimens (at fully-loaded cost), and the clinical-trial app ...

Vanderbilt Health

Manager, Laboratory

Nashville, TN · On-site

Direct day-to-day biorepository and laboratory operations supporting academic and commercial investigators. * Optimize workflows related to tissue procurement, processing, annotation, storage, and ...

University of Miami

Assistant Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS * Assist the Associate Director of the Biorepository in the oversight, coordination, and daily operations of the Post Mortem Team. * Provide technical leadership ...

The University of Miami

Assistant Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS * Assist the Associate Director of the Biorepository in the oversight, coordination, and daily operations of the Post Mortem Team. * Provide technical leadership ...

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What does a director of biorepository operation do?

A Director of Biorepository Operations is responsible for overseeing the management, storage, and distribution of biological samples in a laboratory or clinical research setting. They develop and implement standard operating procedures to ensure sample integrity, regulatory compliance, and quality control. Additionally, they manage staff, budgets, and collaborate with researchers to support scientific studies. Their leadership ensures that biorepository operations run smoothly and support the organization's research goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of biorepository operation?

To thrive as a Director of Biorepository Operations, you need expertise in biospecimen management, regulatory compliance, and laboratory operations, usually backed by an advanced degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), quality management systems, and certifications such as CAP or ISO 20387 are highly valued. Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills are crucial for overseeing teams and collaborating with stakeholders. These skills ensure the secure, efficient, and compliant handling of biological samples vital for research and clinical advancement.

What are some of the main challenges faced by a director of biorepository operation, and how can they be addressed?

A Director of Biorepository Operations often faces challenges such as ensuring sample integrity, maintaining regulatory compliance, and managing large, diverse teams. Balancing the demands of long-term sample storage with rapid retrieval for research or clinical use requires robust processes and continual staff training. Collaboration with researchers, IT, and quality assurance teams is crucial to streamline workflows and address technical or logistical issues promptly. Staying current on evolving regulations and investing in state-of-the-art inventory systems can help mitigate risks and improve operational efficiency.

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Manager, Clinical Operations

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

Meridian Bioscience, Inc.
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Re-posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage and facilitate the personal development of CRAs, clinical trial logistics, and biorepository personnel.

  • Partner with the Clinical Affairs Director to create and implement the strategic vision for the Clinical Operations team and ensure high-quality management of clinical trials and biospecimen acquisition.

  • Oversee clinical operations aspects such as site visits, data monitoring, study document collection, and biospecimen acquisition program management.

Job description

About Meridian
Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.
Job Summary
The Manager, Clinical Operations is a seasoned professional with wide-ranging experience and a thorough understanding of clinical study management, biospecimen acquisition, FDA and ICH regulations and Good Clinical Practices (GCP). The candidate must be self-motivated, able to work and lead in a remote team environment and be able to establish strong, positive relationships with both internal departments, external clinical study sites and biospecimen vendors.
The successful candidate contributes to the development of Clinical Affairs processes and procedures at the project and company levels pertaining to Clinical Operations involvement in our clinical studies. The Manager, Clinical Operations will provide leadership and career development, mentoring and training for CRA, biorepository and clinical trial logistics staff as well as is responsible for Clinical Operations staff resourcing.
Key Duties
Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Manage and facilitate the personal development of CRAs, including fostering career growth, and providing relevant company-specific, ethical, and regulatory trainings. Serves as a mentor and guide to junior employees. In addition, oversee the personal development of clinical trial logistics and biorepository personnel.
  • Partner with the Clinical Affairs Director to create and implement the strategic vision for the Clinical Operations team to ensure the high-quality end-to-end management of clinical trials, clinical trial logistics and internal/external biospecimen acquisition.
  • Lead Clinical Operations level initiatives for the development, maintenance and implementation of processes, tools, templates and plans.
  • Regularly monitor the overall health of the clinical studies from the study initiation to closure including regular evaluation of key metrics (enrollment, site activation), monitoring and escalation of project risks and mitigation plans when appropriate.
  • Lead and prepare the content for internal meetings with leadership, internal cross functional teams and external collaborators.
  • Functions as a working manager and takes on CRA responsibilities, as needed
  • Oversee CRAs during site visits (site initiation visit, interim monitoring visits and close-out visits), as needed.
  • Oversee the clinical operations aspects of timely data monitoring and partner with Clinical Affairs team leaders and study sites regarding generation and reconciliation of queries to ensure business timelines are met.
  • Direct the creation and collection of required study documents both internally and with the investigational study sites.
  • Responsible for all aspects of the biospecimen acquisition program, including forecasting and managing resources, timelines and budgets for external and internal biospecimen acquisition.
  • Implement strategies and best practices for the Clinical Operations team to build and maintain relationships with investigational study sites and vendors.
  • Responsible for resource allocation for the Clinical Operations team for assigned projects.
  • Travel: 30%
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • B.S. in Biological/Health Sciences or related Scientific fields; master's degree preferred
  • Certificate of completion from a Clinical Research Associate program is preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience mentoring, managing, and leading a team
  • Minimum of 5 years experience as a CRA and/or Lead CRA
  • Minimum of 1-2 years experience with managing and/or working in clinical trial logistics and/or biorepository operations.
  • Experience with internal sample collection is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge in the areas of microbiology, immunology or molecular biology and biochemistry as related to infectious diseases.
  • Thorough knowledge of FDA, ICH and GCP guidelines
  • Strong knowledge and experience with TMF/eTMF, EDC systems and CTMS preferred.
  • Be an initiative-taker, detail oriented, organized, and able to prioritize and balance workloads to meet strict critical deadlines along with performing under pressure in a fast- paced environment.
  • Highly motivated, readily adapts to changing priorities.
  • Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail is required.
  • Able to work successfully under tight timelines.
  • Ability to manage, prioritize, and routinely report progress on multiple projects to cross functional teams and Clinical Management.
  • Ability to read, understand and follow all company SOPs and guidelines and ensures compliance in direct reports.

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