Job Description: The Anatomic Pathology Group within Merck Research Laboratories in South San Francisco is seeking a contractor with attention to detail who can support front-to-back sample management and shipment organization. Primary Responsibilities: • Inventory and registration of tissue samples. • Label tissue samples according to internal identification and tissue type. • Catalog stained slides and FFPE tissue blocks for archival purposes. • Communicate closely with external vendors to organize periodic shipments. • May be asked to manage various tasks in support of the Anatomic Pathology laboratory human tissue panels.

Responsibilities: The Anatomic Pathology Group within Merck Research Laboratories in South San Francisco is seeking a contractor with attention to detail who can support front-to-back sample management and shipment organization. Primary Responsibilities: • Inventory and registration of tissue samples. • Label tissue samples according to internal identification and tissue type. • Catalog stained slides and FFPE tissue blocks for archival purposes. • Communicate closely with external vendors to organize periodic shipments. • May be asked to manage various tasks in support of the Anatomic Pathology laboratory human tissue panels.

Qualifications: Required Education: Associate's degree OR Bachelor's degree with equivalent direct work experience of minimum two (2) years of in laboratory setting within hospital/pharma/biotech or CRO. • Proficiency in working with tabular data (i.e. Microsoft Excel) • Strong organizational and time management skills • Strong written communication skills • Proven track record of analytical skills, problem solving and attention to detail. • High personal integrity and credibility Preferred Experience and Skills: • Proficiency in Labware Biorepository database, or similar tissue banking software • Prior experience in sample management • Prior experience in logistics Note: 100% onsite lab based role at SSF,CA site.