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Sample Handling Assistant I

By Admin · Research & Development (Lab & Science)

BANGALORE (IN)ONSITEPOSTED: 9/1/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONLABCORPBiosciences / Healthcare
Labcorp

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Role Overview

Labcorp is seeking a Sample Handling Assistant I to join its laboratory operations team at Yeshwantpur in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The role is responsible for supporting sample-handling and requisition-processing activities, with a primary focus on accurate data entry, accessioning and timely processing of requisition batches received from regional LPS teams. The position contributes to efficient laboratory operations by ensuring patient demographic and administrative information is accurately entered, documented and processed within defined turnaround times.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.
Rotating shift schedule.
May require on-call and after-hours duties based on operational requirements.

Core Responsibilities

Perform data-entry and requisition-processing activities for batches received from various regional LPS teams.
Complete the main functions of the department as required.
Perform accessioning activities involving first and second entry of patient demographic information.
Enter administrative information and responses displayed on patient requisitions accurately and within required timelines.
Process assigned batches according to urgency and defined turnaround-time requirements.
Prioritize work based on operational urgency and departmental processing standards.
Perform accessioning and data-entry processes under the supervision of a trainer during the training period.
Progress toward independently performing the accessioning process after successful completion of required training.

Sample Processing & Operational Standards

Ensure all received batches are processed in a timely manner.
Follow defined departmental workflows and turnaround-time expectations.
Maintain accuracy while processing patient demographic and administrative information.
Support continuity of laboratory operations through reliable and timely completion of assigned batches.
Perform on-call and after-hours responsibilities when required by the business.
Follow applicable departmental and interdepartmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Documentation, Audit & Compliance

Generate and maintain an appropriate audit trail for all assigned activities.
Ensure required documentation is completed accurately and retained for future reference.
Read and remain current on all relevant SOPs in a timely manner.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Perform departmental and interdepartmental SOPs exactly as written.
Follow the company's Home Office Policy where applicable.
Complete all required training activities.
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date training file.
Support a compliant and well-documented working environment.

Teamwork & Process Improvement

Work effectively within a team environment.
Collaborate with colleagues and trainers during operational and training activities.
Contribute ideas for departmental process improvement.
Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, accuracy or operational processes.
Demonstrate flexibility when managing departmental tasks and changing operational priorities.

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Science is the minimum required qualification.
Previous experience is not listed as a mandatory requirement.
Six months of work experience in the clinical research industry is preferred.
Master's Degree in Science is preferred.

Professional Standards & Competencies

Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
Maintain accuracy while entering patient demographic and administrative information.
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Follow structured processes, SOPs and training requirements.
Maintain reliable documentation and audit trails.
Adapt to rotating shifts and potential after-hours or on-call responsibilities.

Company & Business Impact

Labcorp provides laboratory services that support healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems. The organization uses science, data, technology and its laboratory network to support diagnostics, healthcare decision-making and innovation. In this role, accurate and timely requisition processing contributes to the quality and efficiency of laboratory operations and ultimately supports the delivery of healthcare-related information and services.

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

Labcorp states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes inclusion and belonging in its workforce. Employment decisions are based on business needs, individual qualifications and merit. The company states that qualified applicants are considered without discrimination or harassment based on legally protected characteristics, including personal and family status, sex, age, disability, veteran status and other characteristics protected under applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records are also considered in accordance with applicable law.

Benefits & Total Rewards

The provided job posting does not disclose a specific salary range, incentive structure or detailed employee benefits. Candidates should confirm compensation, shift-related benefits, insurance, leave policies and other applicable total-rewards components directly with Labcorp during the official recruitment process.

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Bachelor's Degree in Science
Data entry
Accessioning
Patient demographic data entry
Administrative requisition processing
Batch processing
Turnaround time management
SOP compliance
Audit trail maintenance
Documentation
Required training completion
Teamwork
Strong attention to detail

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
The official job posting does not disclose a salary range or specific compensation package. Compensation for an entry-level Sample Handling Assistant role in Bengaluru may depend on educational qualifications, relevant clinical research or laboratory experience, shift requirements and Labcorp's internal compensation policies. The total package may include fixed compensation and company-provided benefits where applicable, but candidates should confirm salary, rotating-shift allowances, incentives, insurance, leave benefits and other total-rewards details directly with Labcorp during the recruitment process.

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides comprehensive clinical laboratory services and end-to-end drug development services. It offers a broad range of routine and specialized medical testing for patients and healthcare providers, alongside supporting pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies with nonclinical safety assessment, clinical trial management, and commercialization services.

TEAM SIZE: 75,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Biosciences / Healthcare

EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP

The Sample Handling Assistant I role provides an entry-level pathway into laboratory operations, clinical research support, laboratory information processing and healthcare data workflows. Employees can develop expertise in accessioning, requisition processing, laboratory documentation, SOP compliance and quality-focused operations. With experience and strong performance, career progression may lead toward advanced sample-handling roles, laboratory operations coordination, quality and compliance support, clinical research operations or other laboratory-services positions. Exposure to Labcorp's global laboratory network can also provide opportunities to build broader experience in healthcare operations, diagnostics, data processing and regulated laboratory environments.

APPLICATION ADVISORY

Fresh graduates with a Bachelor's Degree in Science should emphasize academic coursework, laboratory exposure, scientific documentation and any experience involving accurate data entry or structured processes. Candidates with clinical research experience should clearly highlight relevant responsibilities, particularly documentation, SOP adherence and regulated workflows. Focus the resume on attention to detail, ability to maintain accurate records, teamwork and comfort working within defined turnaround times. During interviews, prepare examples demonstrating accuracy, handling repetitive or high-volume tasks, prioritizing urgent work, following SOPs and working effectively in rotating shifts. Candidates should also demonstrate willingness to complete training and progress toward independently performing accessioning activities.
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