Quality Control Analyst

Quality Control (QC) is responsible for incoming inspection of components and raw materials, plus quality testing (e.g. analytical, microbiological) of intermediate, stability and final product samples to demonstrate that all products manufactured meet standards required for cGMP operations. Various techniques (e.g. assay transfers, validation and qualification of new instrumentation) are utilized within the Quality Control Laboratory to ensure cGMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Run and execute PCR and PCR techniques
• Perform microbiological assays for in-process and final product samples
• Perform analytical methods for final bulk material/finished goods
• Test and disposition of raw materials and perform environmental monitoring
• Review of QC data for compliance to procedures and specifications
• Calculate and evaluate results
• Participate in lab maintenance and administration duties
• Initiate lab investigations and deviations
• Lab support including but not limited to glass washing, autoclaving, etc.
• Effectively demonstrate an understanding of CGMPs and how it applies to specific responsibilities
• Follow accurate oral and written procedures for testing of in-process and final product samples

Requirements

• BS with 3+ years or MS with 2-4 years experience in microbiology, biology, or similar life science
• Experience with QC bioassays particularly utilizing PCR
• Experience with microbiological testing, biological assays, or environmental monitoring

Skills

• GMP
• PCR
• Sample testing
• Quality control
• Microbiology
• qPCR
• Cell culture
• Mammalian cell culture
• Biology
• cGMP

Pay

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite, contract position based in Cambridge, MA.