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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting opportunity at MSK: Join our team as a Correlative Logistics Specialist! In this role, you'll play a critical part in advancing cancer research by ensuring the accurate collection, tracking, and shipment of patient tissue samples to laboratories within and outside MSK, supporting high-impact clinical and translational research.

Role Overview:

• Build and deliver specimen collection kits in accordance with protocol and laboratory manuals.

• Coordinate the transfer of biological samples across MSK facilities in alignment with patient schedules and protocol requirements."

• Process and ship specimens in compliance with protocol requirements and IATA regulations.

• Complete and reconcile specimen requisition forms, promptly resolving errors or missing information.

• Track, inventory, and document all specimens using digital databases and specimen management systems.

• Promote and maintain a safe laboratory environment by identifying and addressing potential safety risks in collaboration with colleagues and leadership.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience in laboratory setting or biological specimen handling.

• EPIC knowledge is a plus.

Core Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in specimen handling and documentation.

• Ability to manage multiple samples, timelines, and protocols simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Clear and professional communicator with clinical, laboratory, and research partners.

• Enthusiasm and dedication to MSK's vision, mission, and values.

Additional Information:

• Location: Commack, NY

• Schedule: On-site, Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

• Reporting to the Clinical Research Supervisor.

• This role requires a minimum of 2 year commitment.

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*Assists management in special projects and focus groups as directed

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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