Biorepository Research Coordinator

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center

The Biorepository Research Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting all operational activities within the biorepository. This includes the collection, processing, storage, and shipment of biological specimens in accordance with approved study protocols, institutional policies, and CAP-accreditation requirements. The Biorepository Research Coordinator ensures the integrity, traceability, and quality of all biospecimens and associated data while maintaining accurate documentation within the laboratory inventory database.

This position serves as a key liaison between the biorepository, clinical teams, investigators, and research laboratories to facilitate efficient and compliant specimen workflows. The Biorepository Research Coordinator participates in reviewing and updating the biorepository inventory to ensure data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and maintain compliance with documentation standards.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating routine maintenance and repairs of laboratory equipment, ensuring the availability of required supplies and reagents, and supporting continuous process improvement initiatives. The Biorepository Research Coordinator is expected to communicate effectively, demonstrate strong organizational and technical skills, and foster collaborative working relationships across departments to advance the mission of the biorepository and research enterprise.

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinates biorepository workflows to ensure efficient and compliant specimen management across all stages of the biospecimen lifecycle.
• Collects, processes, stores, and ships biological specimens in accordance with approved study protocols, institutional policies, and CAP-accreditation requirements.
• Reviews and updates biorepository inventory records to ensure data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and maintain compliance with documentation and audit standards.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of all specimen-related activities, including collection, processing, and storage details.
• Oversees the repair, calibration, and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with quality standards.
• Monitors laboratory supply levels, initiates purchase requests, and ensures that required materials and reagents are available to support ongoing operations.
• Communicates effectively with clinical teams, investigators, and cross-functional collaborators to facilitate workflow coordination and problem resolution.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives, quality audits, and training activities to enhance operational efficiency and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Follows established safety protocols and maintains compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field)
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a laboratory, biorepository, or research operations setting
• Demonstrated ability to handle and process biological specimens with precision and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Proficiency in standard office and data management software, including Microsoft Excel and database entry
• Commitment to maintaining quality and regulatory compliance in all aspects of biorepository operations

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a scientific or related discipline
• Experience working in a regulated or accredited laboratory environment
• Experience writing, revising, or implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or other controlled documents

Education

Pay Range

$59,280.00-$96,928.00 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

 

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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