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BioAgilytix

Sample Management Technician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$19 - $26/hr

In this San Diego onsite role, the Sample Management Technician is responsible for GxP-compliant processing of incoming samples and reference materials. Essential Responsibilities * Accessions ...

SGS

Sample Management Technician

Hayward, CA · On-site

The Sample Management Technician's primary responsibility is to enter sample IDs and required tests from the chains of custody (COCs) into LIMS in a complete and accurate manner. The Sample ...

NSI

Office and Sample Coordinator

Encino, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Sourcing Lead & Social Compliance / Sample Manager Job Type: Full-time Location: Encino, CA Company Overview NSI is a leading player in the natural private label food industry, dedicated to providing ...

Saicon Consultants Inc.

Sample Coordinator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

This position ensures a smooth workflow by managing and checking in samples, maintaining studio organization, and assisting with administrative and day-to-day tasks. The ideal candidate is highly ...

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Hybrid Promotions LLC

Sample Coordinator

Cypress, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Today, Hybrid is a global apparel industry powerhouse in brand and licensing management. Hybrid ... Responsible for sample management; including ownership of sampling, tracking with product ...

netPolarity

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Sample Coordinator (merchandising)

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

This position ensures a smooth workflow by managing and checking in samples, maintaining studio organization, and assisting with administrative and day-to-day tasks. The ideal candidate is highly ...

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Aquent

Sample Coordinator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21.95 - $24.39/hr

Manage and organize seasonal product samples, making them readily available for creative studio and visual merchandising needs. * Track sample arrivals diligently, maintain accurate records, and ...

Caleres

Sample Coordinator

Novato, CA · On-site

$24/hr

Manage : Preparation for shoe shows by tracking sample delivery; manage internal tracking log and communicates with internal and external partners. * Prepare: Prepare for confirmation sample review ...

Johnny Was

Sample Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21/hr

Manage the intake, organization, and tracking of product samples throughout the development lifecycle. * Maintain accurate records of sample status, location, and availability. * Ensure samples are ...

Johnny Was

Sample Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21/hr

Manage the intake, organization, and tracking of product samples throughout the development lifecycle. * Maintain accurate records of sample status, location, and availability. * Ensure samples are ...

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How much do sample management jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for sample management in California is $23.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is sample management?

A Sample Management job involves overseeing the receipt, storage, tracking, and distribution of samples in a laboratory or research setting. Professionals in this role ensure samples are properly labeled, documented, and stored under the correct conditions to maintain integrity. They also manage inventory, coordinate with researchers, and follow regulatory guidelines for handling and disposal. Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential in this role to ensure data accuracy and compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sample management?

To excel in Sample Management, a strong background in laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and organizational skills are essential, often supported by a degree in life sciences or related fields. Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), sample tracking software, and standard operating procedures is typically required. Excellent time management, communication, and problem-solving abilities help candidates stand out in this role. These competencies are vital as they ensure accurate handling, labeling, and distribution of samples, which underpin the reliability of scientific research and testing processes.

What are some common challenges faced in sample management, and how are they addressed?

A common challenge in Sample Management is maintaining accuracy when handling large volumes of samples and ensuring proper tracking to prevent mix-ups or loss. This is often addressed through the use of robust tracking systems and strict adherence to protocols. Team members typically collaborate closely with laboratory staff, quality assurance, and researchers to coordinate sample flows and troubleshoot any issues promptly. Staying organized and proactive helps minimize errors and ensures compliance with industry standards, making attention to detail essential for success in this role.

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Sample Management Technician

San Diego, CA • On-site

BioAgilytix
Biotechnology Research and Development • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

At BioAgilytix, we are passionate about premier science and the impact it has on our world. Our team of highly experienced scientists and professionals deliver tailored services for supporting new medicine breakthroughs with best-in-class bioanalytical services. We are tirelessly committed to our customers by being solution-oriented and deadline-driven. . . and we are growing. Our culture is fast-paced, fun and never boring. Because we work across numerous clients and drug modalities, your career can develop rapidly. You'll gain experience with a variety of challenges all while you enable life-changing, life-saving therapeutics to the patients who need them.

In this San Diego onsite role, the Sample Management Technician is responsible for GxP-compliant processing of incoming samples and reference materials.
Essential Responsibilities
  • Accessions samples into LIMS
  • Imports electronic sample data into eSMS
  • Provides timely notification of sample receipt to appropriate client/study personnel as needed
  • Maintains sample chain-of-custody
  • Reviews study sample demographic data to confirm consistency between sample labels, study paperwork, and electronic sample management systems (eSMS)
  • Resolves discrepancies, with responsibility for investigating and correcting sample anomalies
  • Stages samples for testing per schedule/request
  • Checks out pre-test samples and checks in post-test samples
  • Ensures samples are ready for analysis on time via sample accessioning and staging schedules
  • Manages pre- and post-test sample storage
  • Maintains operability of sample storage units (e.g. routine maintenance, temperature monitoring)
  • Ships samples to domestic or international destinations
  • Dispositions samples as directed by client
  • Provides information for QAU, client, or regulatory agency audit reports as needed
  • Generates and maintains records in a GxP compliant manner
  • Assists in collecting metrics data as needed
  • Recommends process improvements
  • May receive samples as needed:
  • Receives shipments into Sample Management
  • Initiates sample chain-of-custody
  • Provides timely notification of sample receipt to client/BPM
  • May manage sample-related data as appropriate:
  • Builds study sample metadata in LIMS
  • Prepares sample manifest files for import into eSMS
  • Follows BAL SOPs
  • Other duties as needed
Minimum Preferred Qualifications - Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma
Minimum Preferred Qualifications - Skills:
  • Ability to work under GxP regulations
  • Ability to work under CAP/CLIA/NYS regulations
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment where multiple concurrent projects must be completed in a timely manner
  • Ability to take direction well and multi-task
  • Acute attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to quickly build proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, LIS, LIMS and Quality Management software
Preferred Credentials:
  • Experience with shipping and receiving procedures
  • Familiarity with CAP/CLIA/NYS regulations in a laboratory environment
  • Familiarity with GxP regulations in a laboratory environment
  • Experience using Watson LIMS
  • Experience using Orchard Harvest LIS
Working Environment
  • Primarily laboratory environment, including use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, lab coats and gloves
  • Occasional loading dock environment
  • Occasional office environment
  • Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets
  • Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms
  • Potential exposure to skin and lung irritants, toxic materials, and hazardous waste
  • Exposure to fluctuating temperatures on rare occasions
Physical Demands
  • Ability to transition between sitting, standing and walking for up to eight (8) hours per day
  • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab and office equipment
  • Frequent mobility needed
  • Occasional crouching or stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck
  • Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moving) objects, including laboratory samples, laboratory equipment, and laptop computer, with a maximum lift of 30 pounds
  • Ability to use personal protective equipment and work effectively in freezers as cold as -80C
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
  • Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups
  • Requires multiple periods of intense concentration
  • Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence
  • Ability to perform under stress and multi-task
  • Regular and consistent attendance
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
  • This is a full-time position
  • Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the "core" work hours as published in the BioAgilytix Employee Handbook
  • Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening work required
$19 - $26 an hour
In alignment with our compensation philosophy and recruiting governance practices, the salary range for this role represents a good faith estimate of the base compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Individual offers are determined based on a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate's experience, technical expertise, scope alignment, and internal equity considerations, as well as market data and geographic factors where applicable. As a result, final compensation may fall within or outside of the posted range and will be determined in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
BENEFITS AND OTHER PERKS
Medical Insurance (HDHP with HSA; PPO), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (medical; dependent care), Short Term Disability | Long Term Disability Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (4 weeks per year), Parental Leave, Paid Holidays (9 scheduled; 5 floating), 401k with Employer Match, Employee Referral Program
 
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