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Outer Biosciences is seeking a Biospecimen Procurement & Operations Manager to ensure reliable, high-quality supply of human skin tissue and primary cells supporting internal research programs and external partnerships. The company's mission is to improve human skin health by discovering and developing novel bioactives using advanced ex vivo skin models combined with multimodal data analysis and predictive machine learning.
This role serves as the primary liaison between Outer Bio and its tissue supply network, maintaining consistent incoming supply for R&D activities. Key responsibilities include establishing clear expectations with suppliers regarding tissue specifications, collection handling, shipping procedures, documentation, and delivery timelines. The manager will identify, evaluate, and qualify new sourcing opportunities to expand access to human skin tissue, coordinate schedules and shipping logistics, and ensure laboratory readiness for all tissue collections.
Additional duties encompass maintaining a tissue supplier directory and records for all human tissue collections and their laboratory use, maintaining visibility into cell inventory, establishing and tracking inventory levels and replenishment plans for frequently used cell types, and establishing KPIs for tissue procurement and cell biorepository operations. The role requires developing and maintaining standard operating procedures related to tissue procurement and biorepository operations. This position reports directly to the Chief Business Officer and requires cross-functional collaboration with product development, R&D, project management, business development, and external suppliers.
The ideal candidate understands operational and scientific requirements associated with human biospecimens, primary cell culture, and donor-derived biological materials. This critical position requires strategic thinking, attention to detail, exceptional communication skills, and creative problem-solving abilities.
**Requirements:**
- Bachelor's degree in a basic science (Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biology) or related technical discipline; previous laboratory-based research experience required
- Minimum 3 years' relevant experience in biospecimen procurement, biobank operations, primary cell culture, clinical research coordination, translational research operations, or laboratory operations
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for documentation, traceability, and project follow-through
- Working knowledge of human tissue handling and human cell culture, including familiarity with cell passage limits, culture aging/senescence, and contamination risks
- Continuous learner, meticulous, thrives in dynamic environments
- Highly productive, agile, and resilient with exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interactive communication skills
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with ability to work effectively both independently and in groups
