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Manager - Sample Management Operations

Caris Life Sciences
August 25, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Phoenix, AZ
Operations
Role: Lead operational management of biorepository specimen lifecycle within a laboratory/research setting, ensuring integrity, compliance, and efficiency. Responsibilities: oversee receipt, storage, retrieval, de-identification, distribution, and chain of custody of biological specimens; lead and develop the Sample Management team; optimize workflows and laboratory information systems; ensure regulatory compliance with CLIA, CAP, FDA, HIPAA, GCP; drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across cross-functional partnerships. Requirements: Bachelor's in Biological Sciences, Healthcare, or related; 5+ years in lab, pathology, or biorepository environments; 2+ years of leadership experience; expertise in specimen lifecycle, LIMS systems, and regulatory standards; excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills; on-site work capability. Preferred: Master's degree; experience with workflow/process improvement methodologies, LIMS implementation, project management certification, and clinical research support. HighValue: biorepository, specimen management, regulatory compliance, clinical research, GxP, operational leadership, biobanking, healthcare or research labs. WorkSetup: on-site with some evenings/weekends; physical ability to lift 30 lbs.