Sample Management Technician I

Description

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and committed to quality? Alturas is looking for a dependable team player to join our Sample Management team. In this hands-on role, you’ll receive, track, store, and distribute study samples, maintain accurate documentation, perform quality checks, and ensure samples are handled according to established procedures and quality standards. If you take pride in accuracy and accountability and enjoy work that supports scientific research, we encourage you to apply!

Starting Pay: $19.71/hour+, DOE

This position is located onsite in Moscow, Idaho.

Why Join Alturas Analytics?

Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a privately owned contract research organization specializing in bioanalytical services for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide. Our work supports scientific research that advances the treatment and cure of disease. At Alturas, you'll join a collaborative, supportive team that values quality, encourages professional growth, and takes pride in making a meaningful impact. We're committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, continue to learn, and have opportunities to grow their careers.

Benefits

• We pay 100% of your premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance and a portion of the premium for dependent coverage
• PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
• Bonus program based on company-wide goals
• Safe Harbor 401k with an automatic 3% employer contribution with additional 1% match option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (with company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options - including Dependent Care
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability at no cost to you
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) focused on mental health
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness and Accident insurance

Perks

• Work-life balance
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development and promotion; tuition reimbursement
• Relaxed yet professional environment
• Wellness program including bike/walk to work incentive
• Charitable donation matching and paid time off for volunteering
• Monthly catered lunches, holiday celebrations, unlimited (good) coffee, beverages, snacks and more!

A Day in the Life

Your day starts by reviewing requests from laboratory analysts and gathering the biological samples they need for testing. These samples may include blood, plasma, and urine collected during studies of experimental medications. You’ll group samples by study, prepare them for delivery to the appropriate lab teams, receive new samples from around the world, record them in Alturas’ tracking system, and store them in specialized liquid nitrogen freezers. Careful tracking and proper storage help ensure samples remain suitable for testing and support the development of new medications.

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Receives, stores and distributes samples in accordance with GLP and SOP guidelines
• Corresponds with clients/sponsors to resolve sample receipt issues in accordance with SOPs and FDA guidance
• Records, tracks and verifies study sample receipt in LIMS
• Performs QC checks on study sample distributions
• Performs destruction/QC checks on study samples per SOP, GLP and client guidelines
• Maintains appropriate documentation for all completed processes
• Qualifies as trainer for Sample Management Technician and Sample Management Technician I job titles
• Schedules and completes in-process audits
• Maintains cold storage equipment
• Cleans and maintains work areas as needed

Additional Duties and Tasks

• May be required to drive company vehicle short distances.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associate’s degree preferred, ideally in a physical, biological or chemical science; or high school diploma and 1-3 years of work experience
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Work experience with computers
• Current driver’s license preferred

Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Skills in verbal and written communication
• Skills in organization
• Ability to interpret procedures, regulations and guidelines
• Ability to enter data and work accurately with computers

Physical Requirements

• Sitting up to 2/3 of the time
• Working in front of a computer monitor up to 2/3 of the time
• Walking up to 2/3 of the time between departments/offices
• Standing up to 2/3 of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel up to 2/3 of the time
• Reaching with hands and arms up to 2/3 of the time
• Talking or hearing up to 1/3 of the time
• Climbing or balancing less than 1/3 of the time
• Stooping or kneeling less than 1/3 of the time
• Lifting up to 10 lbs. up to 2/3 of the time
• Lifting up to 25 lbs. less than 2/3 of the time
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. less than 2/3 of the time
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) needed to read small labels

Life on the Palouse

Moscow, Idaho, offers a welcoming college-town atmosphere surrounded by the natural beauty of the Palouse. With walkable streets, local restaurants, live music, and abundant outdoor recreation, the area offers a great balance of community, culture, and outdoor adventure. Nearby Pullman, Washington, provides even more dining and entertainment options.

Community Involvement

At Alturas, we believe in building a company that supports both professional growth and community well-being. We are proud to support educational programs that inspire the next generation of scientists through activities such as science fairs, classroom outreach, and university-level engagement. We encourage our employees to make a positive impact both in the workplace and in the communities where they live.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.