Are you systematic, organized and take pride in being meticulous even under time pressure? Are you interested in working in the core of production at the forefront of life sciences and healthcare? If you answered ”yes!”, keep reading! 

Blueprint Genetics is a leading clinical genetic testing company aspiring to bring world-class genetic knowledge to mainstream healthcare. We want to improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by inherited diseases. Our Production Services Team is now looking for an Accessioning Specialist to work onsite at our sample reception at our Keilaniemi office in Espoo, Finland. The position is permanent and full-time.  

Job description:

As an accessioning specialist your primary task will be to review orders, perform sample reception and specimen accessioning and record sample information into our systems. You confirm that samples arriving at our laboratory comply with our sample requirements and review the enclosed paperwork. Your work as an accessioning specialist is very detail-oriented and guided by precise guidelines. Problem-solving skills are needed to apply those guidelines in practice for the diverse patient cases that are received by our laboratory. In order to ensure an uninterrupted production chain, our team works staggered working hours, including evenings. We value flexibility and the ability to work under pressure, as sometimes the work can get hectic due to a high level of incoming samples.

Your main responsibilities will be: 

• Reviewing orders, sample reception, and accessioning 

• Recording sample information in the Laboratory Information System 

• Performing quality control for clinical samples and clinical records 

• Examining requisitions to ascertain acceptability against established criteria 

• Investigating incomplete or unacceptable submissions 

• Organizing samples and paperwork per established protocol. 

Our ideal candidate 

We hope that you are motivated to work in specimen accessioning and eager to learn more about our production processes. You take pride in having superior attention to detail and you are comfortable with routine work and processes. We aspire to find a person who fits the inclusive, low-hierarchy, and positive culture of Blueprint Genetics! Ideally, we are looking for a team member who will feel at home in this role and would be happy to stay with us for a long time.

Our ideal team member has: 

• A Vocational or Bachelor’s degree preferably in life sciences or relevant field or secondary school graduate with interest in life sciences

• Experience in production work and/or laboratory accessioning is considered a plus

• Good proficiency in written and verbal communication skills in English. Finnish skills are seen as an advantage 

• Superior attention to detail, and a systematic approach to work 

• Good computer and data entry skills 

• Comfort with routine work

• Eagerness to learn more about our products and production processes

• The ability to work staggered working hours onsite at our office and laboratory in Keilaniemi, Espoo 

• Ability to pass required colour vision test 

• Ability to perform screen terminal work 

• Interest in medical genetics is considered an asset but not a requirement

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to work for a company that makes a real difference – Blueprint Genetics has a clear and motivating purpose to improve the lives of patients and families affected by inherited diseases. 

• A positive, open, and international work environment with great people from different fields of expertise. We are a team of more than 200 experienced professionals, who collaborate to drive genetic knowledge forward. 

• As an accessioning specialist you’ll become part of our crew of 20 dedicated, supportive and diverse professionals. You’ll be at the frontline of our operations and playing a key role in ensuring our production process runs smoothly and targets are met. 

• Employee benefits such as participation to performance-based bonus payment system, extensive occupational healthcare with Heltti, sports, culture & wellbeing benefit, team events & office parties. 

How to apply:  

Please submit your application and CV latest on October 24th, 2025. We will start the interviewing process during the application period and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. We hope to hear from you soon!  

If you have any further questions about the position, you can turn to our Production Services Manager Tea Huotari by email: tea.huotari@blueprintgenetics.com or by mobile +358 50 341 5359 on Monday October 13th between 10 and 12 am and Wednesday October 15th between 12 and 14 pm.