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Biospecimen Quality And Reconciliation Specialist

Amgen
Amgen
3-6+ years
₹10 LPA – ₹18 LPA
Hyderabad
10 March 16, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Biospecimen Quality and Reconciliation Specialist

Company: Amgen
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Experience: 3 – 6+ Years (Clinical Trials / Biospecimen Operations / Data Reconciliation)
Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Clinical Research, or related field
Approx Salary: ₹10 LPA – ₹18 LPA


Job Overview

Amgen is hiring a Biospecimen Quality and Reconciliation Specialist to support clinical research programs by ensuring quality control, data reconciliation, and compliance in biospecimen management.

The role focuses on cross-system data validation, discrepancy management, and final data integrity checks for biospecimens collected during clinical trials. The specialist will work closely with clinical operations teams, laboratories, and vendors to maintain accurate and compliant biospecimen data.


Key Responsibilities

1. Data Reconciliation & Quality Control

  • Perform cross-system reconciliation of biospecimen data across clinical systems.

  • Manage discrepancy queues and ensure pre-shipment data resolution.

  • Validate manual and automated result imports with second-person verification controls.


2. Data Management & Validation

  • Verify data management interfaces before data exports.

  • Ensure final results completeness and sample tracking accuracy.

  • Support database lock reconciliation and preparation of evidence packages.


3. Biospecimen Governance & Compliance

  • Manage sample disposition workflows including:

    • Withdrawn samples

    • Consent not obtained cases

    • Compromised specimens

  • Ensure compliance with clinical trial documentation and regulatory standards.


4. Issue Investigation & Risk Management

  • Conduct root cause analysis for discrepancies involving sites, vendors, or systems.

  • Identify systemic issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

  • Maintain vendor issue logs and sample data change reporting.


5. Study Close-Out & Documentation

  • Perform end-of-study operational checks.

  • Ensure archive-ready documentation for regulatory compliance.

  • Maintain audit-ready documentation supporting biospecimen data integrity.


Required Skills

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of clinical trial biospecimen operations and data reconciliation

  • Understanding of database lock processes and clinical data management systems

  • Experience with cross-system data validation and discrepancy resolution

Analytical Skills

  • Strong root cause analysis and investigative problem-solving ability

  • High attention to detail and quality control mindset

  • Understanding of consent-based sample restrictions and regulatory compliance


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with clinical research laboratories or CRO partners

  • Knowledge of clinical trial biospecimen lifecycle and sample tracking systems

  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections or clinical trial audits


Key Competencies

  • Clinical trial biospecimen data management

  • Data reconciliation and quality control processes

  • Regulatory compliance in clinical research

  • Cross-functional collaboration with labs and clinical teams

  • Audit-ready documentation and investigation skills


About the Company

Amgen is a global biotechnology company focused on developing innovative medicines for serious diseases. Through cutting-edge science and advanced technology, Amgen delivers therapies that improve patient outcomes and transform healthcare worldwide.