Vir Biotechnology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes programs for chronic hepatitis delta and multiple dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications. Vir Biotechnology also has a preclinical portfolio of programs across a range of infectious diseases and oncologic malignancies.
We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company where everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best.
Vir Bio is looking for a Biospecimen Data Specialist (Temporary) who will be responsible for coordinating and managing biospecimen data related to sample tracking, shipment, and reporting. This role ensures accurate logging of transactions tied to sample management, leveraging platforms such as Smartsheet and Excel to facilitate data integrity and transparency throughout the biospecimen lifecycle.
This role is located in our San Francisco headquarters with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in office.
WHAT YOU'LL DO- Log and track all biospecimen transactions, including shipments from central labs to third-party labs, returns to sites, and sample destruction
- Maintain and update central and third-party lab databases to ensure real-time accuracy of sample records
- Develop, implement, and maintain common sample reporting plans using manual and automated tools (e.g., Excel, Smartsheet, or custom programming solutions)
- Collaborate with laboratory teams and external partners to streamline sample management processes and resolve discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational data standards for biospecimen handling and documentation
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, data management, or a related field
- Experience with biospecimen or laboratory data management systems (e.g., Smartsheet, Excel)
- Experience with programming or automation for data tracking and reporting preferred
- Proficiency in data reporting and database maintenance
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for biospecimen management
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
The expected hourly range for this position is $40.00 to $45.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, data management, or a related field
- Experience with biospecimen or laboratory data management systems
- Experience with programming or automation for data tracking and reporting
- Proficiency in data reporting and database maintenance
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for biospecimen management
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
What We Do
Vir Biotechnology, Inc. (in Europe, Humabs BioMed, https://bit.ly/46lQGN2) is an immunology company focused on powering the immune system to address unmet patient needs in infectious disease and beyond. Our powerful R&D engine combines our proprietary monoclonal antibody (mAb) platform with machine learning and artificial intelligence-enhanced capabilities, enabling us to engineer our rich database of human antibodies and deliver transformative medicines for diseases with significant global burden. Our current pipeline consists of multiple clinical candidates targeting hepatitis B and hepatitis delta viruses and human immunodeficiency virus, including a potential functional cure for chronic hepatitis B and treatment for chronic hepatitis delta. Our portfolio of broad, potent investigational monoclonal antibodies also targets influenza A and B viruses, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus/human metapneumovirus and human papillomavirus, and our investigational T cell vaccine aims to prevent HIV. Explore our full pipeline: https://bit.ly/3tr7FPm We collaborate with some of the world’s leaders in industry as well as government agencies and non-profit organizations enabling us to rapidly advance cutting-edge scientific discoveries and innovative technologies with the potential to benefit people around the world. We are proud to have been ranked the fastest-growing company in North America on the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™. Join us as we pursue our mission to transform lives. It has come to our attention that there have been various recruitment scams targeting job seekers on LinkedIn. Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is committed to your privacy and will never request sensitive personal information including banking details through email, text message, social media or video software platforms. We also will never request a financial commitment from a candidate as part of the application process. Learn more about Vir’s recruiting process: https://bit.ly/461EgJN
