Manager, Sample Management

• Manages the day-to-day operations for the Sample Management department. Directs staff resources to meet service level agreements.
• Develops, implements and maintains departmental and core processes, procedures, training materials while maintaining compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Reviews pivotal initiatives for feasibility.
• Proposes and implements process improvements within Sample Management or cross-departmentally.
• Contributes to Sample Management pivotal initiatives.
• Ensures equipment is maintained as required per manufacturer, coordinates and reviews validation and maintenance procedures.
• Ensures sample chain of custody and business continuity objectives are met.
• Leads all aspects of the following core tasks for efficiency and quality – sample registration, requisition form entry, sample routing, data verification, sample storage, sample shipments to third party labs, sample aliquoting, sample identification, sample destruction, and other tasks as required based on business need.
• Provides basic support for Sample Management IT processes. Works with IT in troubleshooting, reporting, resolving system issues, project design, and user acceptance testing.
• Identifies, supervises, trains, and provides performance feedback for Sample Management staff.
• Represents Sample Management during client/audit visits. Ensures compliance to regulatory requirements and industry standard processes.

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years or equivalent and relevant combination of education, training, & experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Scientific Field (Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, etc)
• 1+ year of leadership responsibility
• Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

• In-depth knowledge of scientific or clinical methods
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to write technical documents such as SOPs, working instructions, and guidelines
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office tools and enterprise applications
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Management Role:
• Manages experienced professionals and / or subordinate management who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments. Often heads one or more sections or a small department.

• Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

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