Sample Management Technician

Celerion is committed to swift, exceptional clinical research through translational medicine. Every day, we use our experience, agility, and innovative research strategies to help get drugs to market faster.

Do you take pride in getting things right, every single time? Are you someone who finds satisfaction in a well-organized system — where every record is complete and nothing falls through the cracks? If so, we can't wait to meet you!

We have a full-time, benefited opening as a Sample Management Technician in our Bioanalytical Division in Lincoln, NE.

This position offers a consistent daytime schedule in an independent, nicotine-free work environment — ideal for someone who thrives on structured, process-driven work. This is a full-time, benefited entry-level role starting at $19.00 or $19.50 per hour based on experience.

Responsibilities:

Receive and check in biological samples with accuracy and care

Complete all required recordkeeping for check-in, sample transfer logs for chain of custody, and freezer logs

Communicate with clients or sites as needed for sample coordination

Perform careful manual entry of sample data

Store samples for long-term storage, ensuring each is in the correct location

Rack samples for production

Keep all samples in order and in the correct freezers

Count samples at the end of each study

Perform data entry for the sample receipt area

Return samples to clients or other specified parties

Conduct daily monitoring of refrigerators and freezers, including regular maintenance (defrosting) with proper documentation

Maintain a clean, organized lab space and freezer rooms — a tidy environment supports accurate, reliable work

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required; an Associate's degree is preferred

A strong eye for detail — you notice when something is off and you correct it

Comfort with repetitive, process-driven tasks performed to a consistently high standard

To prevent sample contamination, nicotine-free candidates are preferred

Previous lab or science experience or training is preferred

Must have excellent communication skills and be a collaborative team player

Must be self-motivated and able to manage your work independently

Shift:

40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, beginning work between 7:30 am and 9 am, based on your preference