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Sample Management Asssociate

Crux Biolabs


Job Location:

Bayswater - Australia

Yearly Salary: AUD 55000 - 65000
Posted: 11 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 9 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

Are you highly organised detail-focused and looking for a hands-on role in a scientific environment

If so youll fit right in at Crux Biolabs.

Our company is growing fast and were seeking a driven sample management associate to jump on board and grow with us.

What does that look like Youll be the labs backbone supporting our tight-knit team of scientists helping pharma companies create medicines that save lives.

Driven by science respected for results

At Crux Biolabs we love one thing:science.Its what unites us and drives us to help our clients create safe and effective medicines the world can access. (Our lab coats are just a bonus.)

Since day one in 2011 weve supported clinical and pre-clinical pharmaceutical development projects from Australia and around the globe. Our team is small 55 to be exact but our results speak volumes. Thats why we work with some of the best pharmaceutical and biotech companies and clinical research organisations.

The Crux Biolabs evolution

Like the human cells we analyse Crux Biolabs is growing fast. Were on the hunt for someone keen to be a part of our growth. Someone excited to join Australias pharmaceutical and clinical development ecosystem at the ground level.

What does that mean for you Ample opportunity to innovate. And a career trajectory that matches our expanding horizons.

The culture that awaits you inside Crux Biolabs

Fast-paced:Youll play a critical role behind the scenes making sure our scientists have the right samples in the right place with the right information when they need them.

Innovative:Always wanted to create something new Heres your chance. Help implement our new online sample management system and be a pioneer in our workflow improvements.

Supportive:Thrive in a culture that values inclusivity and development. Your ideas are heard your efforts applauded and your successes celebrated.

Rewarding:Work hard and be rewarded with a competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.

Impactful:This isnt just another job its an opportunity to shape how we work and leave a lasting impression on a growing Australian industry.

A day in your new work life

As our sample management associate youll support our scientists by managing every bioanalytical sample that comes through our doors.

That means youll be:

  • Receiving and checking clinical samples
  • Reviewing sample documentation and identifying discrepancies
  • Entering and maintaining sample records in LabKey
  • Sample storage and retrieval
  • Inventory reconciliation
  • Maintaining sample traceability and chain of custody
  • Preparing samples for shipment
  • Coordinating inbound and outbound shipments
  • Maintaining shipment records
  • Liaising with couriers vendors and clients

What were looking for

To be our top pick youre organised comfortable working with detailed information and the kind of person who notices when something doesnt quite add up.

Previous experience in sample management laboratory operations logistics warehousing or another highly process-driven environment would be advantageous. However we are also interested in candidates early in their careers who can demonstrate strong attention to detail organisation and a willingness to learn.

Ready to join the Crux Biolabs team

If youre a self-starter looking to grow your career in science and/or logistics this is the moment youve been waiting for.

The position is permanent and full-time. To be considered you must be an Australian citizen permanent resident or have an appropriate working visa.

How to Apply: Apply via the Seek portal with a cover letter (telling us how your experience relates to this role) and a brief resume. For further information please contact us at


Required Experience:

IC