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Founded by a scientific team with deep experience in engineering advanced organ systems, our fully integrated technology platform combines complex, long-lasting, clinically relevant ex vivo skin models with multimodal data analysis and predictive machine learning. Company overview here.\nRole Overview:\nOuter Biosciences is seeking a Biospecimen Procurement & Operations Manager to ensure a reliable, high-quality supply of human skin tissue and primary cells to support the company’s internal research programs and external research partnerships. This role is responsible for coordinating tissue collection and delivery, managing supplier relationships, overseeing cell repository readiness, and developing new sourcing capabilities as the company’s research continues to grow. The role requires cross-functional collaboration with product development, and works closely with R&D, project management, business development, and external suppliers. The ideal candidate understands the 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. This person will report directly to the Chief Business Officer.\nKey Responsibilities:\nServe as the primary liaison between Outer Bio and our tissue supply network, and maintain a consistent incoming supply of human tissue for research and development activities\nEstablish clear expectations with each supplier regarding tissue specifications, collection handling & shipping procedures, documentation, communication, and delivery timelines\nIdentify, evaluate and qualify new sourcing opportunities to expand Outer Bio’s access to human skin tissue\nCoordinate schedules, shipping logistics, receipt timing, and laboratory readiness for all tissue collections\nMaintain a tissue supplier directory, and records for all human tissue collections and their laboratory use.\nMaintain visibility into cell inventory; establish and maintain inventory levels and replenishment plans for frequently used cell types\nEstablish and track key performance indicators for tissue procurement and cell biorepository operations.\nDevelop and maintain standard operating procedures and instructions related to tissue procurement and cell biorepository operations.\n\nQualifications and Skills\nMinimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in a basic science (Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biology) or related technical discipline. Previous laboratory-based research experience is required.\nMinimum of 3 years’ of relevant experience in one or more of the following: biospecimen procurement, biobank operations, primary cell culture, clinical research coordination, translational research operations, laboratory operations.\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail for documentation, traceability, and project follow-through\nWorking knowledge of human tissue handling and human cell culture, including familiarity with cell passage limits, culture aging/senescence, and contamination risks.\nContinuous learner, meticulous, and thrives in dynamic environments.\nHighly productive, agile, and resilient with exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written, verbal, and interactive communication skills.\nStrong teamwork and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and in a group.\nWe are deeply committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion in all its forms and practices. As a company we promote inclusion and desire to work with people from all walks of life. As we grow our team, we strive to be the change we want to see. 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