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# Sample Management Technician at Celerion

- **Company:** Celerion
- **Location:** Lincoln, NE
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2023-12-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/celerion/d68be990-81f6-485b-8f46-20d2f7970de6

## Job description

Celerion is committed to swift, exceptional clinical research through translational medicine.  Every day, we use our experience, agility, and innovative research strategies to help get drugs to market faster.

Do you take pride in getting things right, every single time? Are you someone who finds satisfaction in a well-organized system — where every record is complete and nothing falls through the cracks? If so, we can't wait to meet you! We have a full-time, benefited opening as a Sample Management Technician in our Bioanalytical Division in Lincoln, NE. This position offers a consistent daytime schedule in an independent, nicotine-free work environment — ideal for someone who thrives on structured, process-driven work. This is a full-time, benefited entry-level role starting at $19.00 or $19.50 per hour based on experience. Responsibilities: Receive and check in biological samples with accuracy and care Complete all required recordkeeping for check-in, sample transfer logs for chain of custody, and freezer logs Communicate with clients or sites as needed for sample coordination Perform careful manual entry of sample data Store samples for long-term storage, ensuring each is in the correct location Rack samples for production Keep all samples in order and in the correct freezers Count samples at the end of each study Perform data entry for the sample receipt area Return samples to clients or other specified parties Conduct daily monitoring of refrigerators and freezers, including regular maintenance (defrosting) with proper documentation Maintain a clean, organized lab space and freezer rooms — a tidy environment supports accurate, reliable work Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required; an Associate's degree is preferred A strong eye for detail — you notice when something is off and you correct it Comfort with repetitive, process-driven tasks performed to a consistently high standard To prevent sample contamination, nicotine-free candidates are preferred Previous lab or science experience or training is preferred Must have excellent communication skills and be a collaborative team player Must be self-motivated and able to manage your work independently Shift: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, beginning work between 7:30 am and 9 am, based on your preference

Celerion Values:       Integrity   Trust   Teamwork   Respect

Celerion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, qualified protected veteran status, or disability.

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## About Celerion

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Celerion is a global contract research organization (CRO) specializing in early-phase clinical trials and bioanalytical services to accelerate drug development for pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners.
- **Entity Type**: Private (no public ticker; no funding rounds disclosed – operates as an established, privately-held CRO)
- **Headquarters**: Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
- **Founded**: 1969 (legacy company); current entity operates under the Celerion name with 50+ years of experience
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Clinical Research / Contract Research Organization (CRO) – early-phase drug development
- **Target customers**: Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies (B2B)
- **Mission or purpose**: Accelerating the development of breakthrough therapies to address patient needs, enabling faster go/no-go decisions and speed-to-market for new treatments.

## Products & Services
- **Early Phase Services**: Fully integrated clinical trial management across Phase I/IIa studies, with dedicated inpatient clinics (650+ beds worldwide) and experienced medical/nursing staff.
- **Global Clinical Development**: Project-based support for complex studies across 30+ countries, from study award to database lock.
- **Bioanalytical Sciences**: PK, immunogenicity, and biomarker assays supporting all phases of drug development, with laboratories in Lincoln, NE and Zurich, Switzerland.
- **Drug Development & Regulatory Affairs**: Strategic guidance for clients initiating clinical studies, helping enable early and informed decisions.
- **Data Management & Biometrics**: Study design, modeling & simulation, biostatistics, clinical data management, and medical writing.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: More than 1,000 full-time scientific and medical personnel; 650+ beds across clinics in North America, Europe, and Asia
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly listed (operates as a standalone CRO)
- **Growth Signals**: 50+ years of industry experience; 80% of management roles filled through internal promotions; global presence in 30+ countries; continued expansion of facilities and service lines.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Largest global network of early-phase operations** – 650+ beds allow rapid patient recruitment and high-throughput studies.
- **Speed and reliability** – Company name derived from Latin “celeritas” (swiftness); built to deliver key data faster for earlier decision-making.
- **Integrated bioanalytical + clinical services** under one roof reduces handoff delays and maintains data consistency.
- **Deep expertise** – 50+ years of early-phase experience with a proven track record of regulatory submissions.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuing to expand global clinic and laboratory footprint to serve a broader set of clients and geographies.
- Investing in data science and modeling capabilities to answer complex client questions more quickly.
- Strengthening internal talent pipelines through leadership development and promotion-from-within programs.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes inclusion, collaboration, and employee well-being; “passion for helping people” is core to the mission.
- **Career growth**: 80% of management roles filled internally; Leadership Accelerator Program; specialized learning opportunities including industry conferences and scientific publications.
- **Work environment**: Some teams offer remote or hybrid work options; fast-paced, scientific atmosphere.
- **Benefits (U.S. employees)**: Medical, dental, prescription, vision; 401(k) with company match (after 1 year) and Student Debt Retirement Savings Match; HSA/FSA; tuition reimbursement; paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave; short/long-term disability; life insurance; voluntary plans (critical illness, accident, pet insurance, legal assistance).
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and can bring their authentic selves to work.

## Sources
1. [Celerion Careers Page](https://www.celerion.com/careers/)
2. [Celerion Homepage](https://www.celerion.com/)
3. [Celerion About Page](https://www.celerion.com/about/)
4. [Celerion Jobs on Lever](https://jobs.lever.co/celerion)
5. [Celerion Services Page](https://www.celerion.com/services/)

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