Biosample Operations Associate – Senior Associate

Oruka Therapeutics

Biosample Operations Associate overseeing clinical trial biospecimens and supporting study vendors. Managing biosample logistics and ensuring sample integrity while collaborating with clinical teams.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeMenlo Park • California, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $104,000 - $146,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the operational management of clinical trial biospecimens throughout the sample lifecycle
Serve as the primary liaison between investigative sites, central laboratories, specialty testing laboratories, clinical operations, and study vendors
Oversee chain-of-custody processes and sample logistics from collection at clinical sites through shipment to central laboratories
Track sample inventories and reconcile sample records between investigative sites, central laboratories, specialty laboratories, and sponsor tracking systems
Partner closely with Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, and external vendors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Clinical Research, or a related scientific discipline required
2–5 years of experience in clinical research, clinical trial operations, biosample management, laboratory operations, or a related field
Experience working with central laboratories, specialty testing laboratories, CROs, or clinical trial vendors preferred
Understanding of clinical trial biosample management processes, chain-of-custody requirements, and laboratory operations
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and clinical trial management, laboratory, or sample tracking systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and equity
Performance-related bonus opportunity
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Supportive and inclusive team environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical trial operationsbiosample managementlaboratory operationschain-of-custody processessample logisticssample inventory trackingdocumentation accuracy

Soft Skills

organizational skillsattention to detailcommunication skills