Entry Level Sample Coordinator Jobs
New grad sample coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Science & Research, with employers like SGS, Revolution Medicines, and Revolution Medicines hiring at this level now.
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For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Job Overview
We are seeking a Sample Management Technician I for our Safety Assessment site located in Reno, Nevada.
Perform a wide variety of basic laboratory support tasks. Perform routine maintenance on basic laboratory equipment. Prepare all materials required for reagent receipt and storage. Pull items to meet requests, prepare sample for analysis, and direct specimens to the appropriate area. Compile required documentation and package reagents for shipping. Assist in the maintenance of general laboratory supply inventory and reagents within the Laboratory Sciences group. May work with items of a delicate/hazardous nature (e.g., blood, cells, tissue).
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Perform all tasks in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs), Good Clinical Practice Regulations (GCP), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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Perform all other related duties as assigned.
-
May generate reports, data, and forms.
-
Maintain and perform record keeping.
-
Review data recorded by others for quality control.
-
May record observations and measurements for basic lab/research tasks.
-
Perform clerical duties (e.g.: filing, making copies, etc.).
-
Perform routine laboratory maintenance of lab equipment.
-
Remove biohazard and recycle waste from lab to appropriate locations for disposal.
-
Wash and dry laboratory supplies and distribute to appropriate locations within the laboratory.
-
Label tubes, devices and containers and perform laboratory set-up/clean-up.
-
Monitor and stock lab supplies in assigned areas.
-
Help to prepare materials and data for shipment and archiving.
-
Package biological reagents and ensure accurate completion of all required documentation for the shipment (i.e.: verify shipping lists).
-
Prepare shipping documentation and assist in preparation of CITES permits as needed. Fax shipping documentation to sponsors as needed.
-
Prepare domestic and international packages according to applicable guidelines.
-
Deliver packages to a carrier/shipper as needed.
-
Handle all details required for shipment of reagents (receiving, storage, inventory and verification) using Study protocol or Sponsor guidance documents.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required.
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Other: Must be detail oriented and have general familiarity with lab procedures. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office and Excel software. Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet timelines.
The pay range for this position is $19.00 USD per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm daily.
About Safety Assessment
Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.
We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Job Overview
We are seeking a Sample Management Technician I for our Safety Assessment site located in Reno, Nevada.
Perform a wide variety of basic laboratory support tasks. Perform routine maintenance on basic laboratory equipment. Prepare all materials required for reagent receipt and storage. Pull items to meet requests, prepare sample for analysis, and direct specimens to the appropriate area. Compile required documentation and package reagents for shipping. Assist in the maintenance of general laboratory supply inventory and reagents within the Laboratory Sciences group. May work with items of a delicate/hazardous nature (e.g., blood, cells, tissue).
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Perform all tasks in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs), Good Clinical Practice Regulations (GCP), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
-
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
-
May generate reports, data, and forms.
-
Maintain and perform record keeping.
-
Review data recorded by others for quality control.
-
May record observations and measurements for basic lab/research tasks.
-
Perform clerical duties (e.g.: filing, making copies, etc.).
-
Perform routine laboratory maintenance of lab equipment.
-
Remove biohazard and recycle waste from lab to appropriate locations for disposal.
-
Wash and dry laboratory supplies and distribute to appropriate locations within the laboratory.
-
Label tubes, devices and containers and perform laboratory set-up/clean-up.
-
Monitor and stock lab supplies in assigned areas.
-
Help to prepare materials and data for shipment and archiving.
-
Package biological reagents and ensure accurate completion of all required documentation for the shipment (i.e.: verify shipping lists).
-
Prepare shipping documentation and assist in preparation of CITES permits as needed. Fax shipping documentation to sponsors as needed.
-
Prepare domestic and international packages according to applicable guidelines.
-
Deliver packages to a carrier/shipper as needed.
-
Handle all details required for shipment of reagents (receiving, storage, inventory and verification) using Study protocol or Sponsor guidance documents.
QUALIFICATIONS
-
Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required.
-
Other: Must be detail oriented and have general familiarity with lab procedures. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office and Excel software. Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet timelines.
The pay range for this position is $19.00 USD per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm daily.
About Safety Assessment
Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.
We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Entry Level Sample Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level sample coordinator job?
Focus on any hands-on experience with inventory, logistics, or lab work, even from coursework or internships. Employers at this level look for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with tracking systems or basic data entry. A resume that highlights how you managed materials, coordinated tasks, or supported a team gives you a real edge over candidates with generic experience.
Which companies hire entry level sample coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level sample coordinators right now include SGS, Revolution Medicines, and Revolution Medicines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from manufacturers, consumer goods companies, testing labs, and retail distributors that maintain active sample libraries or product development pipelines.
Are there remote entry level sample coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site given the physical nature of sample handling. About 0% of entry level sample coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically focus on coordination, documentation, and vendor communication rather than hands-on sample processing.
Are these new grad sample coordinator jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or coursework, and may value a portfolio of relevant projects over a long work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level sample coordinators?
Entry Level sample coordinator roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because they manage high volumes of physical samples, prototypes, or test materials that require dedicated coordination and tracking support.