Biospecimen Associate II

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The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

Are you a meticulous and self-motivated professional ready to make a critical impact on research and development?

We are seeking a high-performing Biospecimen Associate II to be a key contributor to our daily Biospecimen Acquisition and Management (BAM) operations. This is not just a job; it's a pivotal role that combines advanced sample management with critical procurement and financial operations, ensuring our research teams have what they need to succeed.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and possess an exceptional eye for detail, we invite you to apply.

The opportunity:

In this dynamic position, you will take ownership of the end-to-end lifecycle of our vital biological materials. You will be the crucial link between our labs and our vendors, managing both the physical specimens and the financial processes that support their acquisition. All duties are performed in compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Advanced Biospecimen Management:

• ​ Receiving shipments, performing sample verification, and managing the storage, retrieval, and distribution of biological samples.

• Maintaining end-to-end traceability of all materials by interfacing with our validated laboratory information management system (LIMS).

• Ensuring data integrity by identifying and helping to resolve discrepancies through collaboration with subject matter experts.

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• Critical Procurement and Financial Operations:

• Managing the entire purchase order (PO) lifecycle, including creation, detailed quote review, invoice approval, and PO closure.

• Utilizing the MyBuy system to process procurement activities, meticulously verifying the accuracy of every submission.

• Investigating and verifying data from multiple sources to ensure seamless financial reconciliation.

• Serving as a primary point of contact for external vendors regarding shipments, quotes, and invoices.

• Processing monthly reclassifications and handling TMA purchasing while adhering to strict deadlines.

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• Collaboration and Process Improvement:

• Communicating effectively with internal, cross-functional research teams regarding sample recovery and charging.

• Demonstrating the initiative and willingness to ask questions, push back when necessary, and advocate for best practices with project teams.

• Contributing to the improvement of newer processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• What You'll Bring to the Table:

• We are looking for an individual who is not afraid to handle complex situations and can work with both independence and as part of a team.

Who you are:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience.

• Experience handling biological specimens and a willingness to work with potentially infectious materials.

• Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.

• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Excellent written communication skills for interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.

• A self-motivated and proactive mindset, with the ability to maintain quality and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with MS Excel and Google suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Associate's Degree in a biological discipline or related field with at least 4 years of relevant experience.

• Experience in biobanking and knowledge of oncology terminology.

• Ability to utilize multiple systems for procurement and data management (e.g., BRIDGE, MyBuy, Vendor sites).

• If you are a detail-oriented problem-solver who is ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply today to become a vital part of our team.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

Pay transparency

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson is 44,200.00 - 82,200.00 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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