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Associate Sample Coordinator

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Newport, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2026

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Standing for full shift

Job Description

Location:


2 Tesseneer Rd, Highland Heights, KY 41076

Afternoons/ Second Shift

  • Tuesday- Saturday 4:00pm - 12:00am (second shift)

Compensation:

  • $17.50/hr starting rate 10% Shift Differential (19.25/hr)
  • Annual Bonus & Merit Program Eligibility
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) program
  • Health and Welfare benefits starting day 1

Our PPD Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

Discover Impactful Work:


As an Associate Sample Coordinator, you will perform duties and training to acquire the skills required for sample and standard handling in support of the laboratory. You will provide support to Sample Coordinator and performs administrative tasks in the Sample Management department. You will follow SOPs, applicable client procedures, and fulfills laboratory requests with modest direct supervision.

A day in the Life:

  • Performs a variety of simple inventory tracking procedures (receipt, check-in, login, labeling, inventory, transport, check-out, etc.) and administrative tasks in support of laboratory operations.
  • Communicates status of tasks to supervisor and/or appropriate laboratory staff.
  • Trains on SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and storage requirements.
  • Supports response to environmental unit alarms and may participate in on-call responsibilities.
  • Performs daily work assignments accurately, timely and in a safe manner.

Responsibilities may vary by shift

  • All shifts are trained to perform all of the core sample processing functions
  • First Shift is engaged in the initial receipt of boxes and processes individual samples using the Laboratory Information Management System "accessioning" screens.
  • Second shift will focus on completing receipt of shipments and beginning the storage processes with samples on dry ice and in -70-degree Centigrade freezer units.
  • Third shift is involved in storage activities, including sample retrieval and space optimization within storage units. We also handle some samples at -20 degrees, and some stored with liquid nitrogen, so you'll get experience with multiple environments

Keys to Success:


Education

  • High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Experience

  • No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
  • Time management skills
  • Ability to maintain detailed tracking and documentation clearly and accurately according to SOP
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Work Environment


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 of 15 to 40 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.
  • Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions

Benefits


We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation

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