MS Life Science Jobs – Quality Control Jobs at Charles River
Are you passionate about contributing to life-saving drug discoveries? Charles River Laboratories, a global leader in drug development support, is hiring a Quality Control (QC) Associate I for their Rockville, Maryland site. This full-time position (Sun–Wed, 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM) is ideal for BS/MS graduates in biology, molecular biology, virology, or related fields with 1–2 years of hands-on QC lab experience. You’ll support GMP testing of in-process and final drug products using methods like qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, cell-based assays, and more. If you’re ready to grow in a world-class biotech environment, apply now.
About Charles River:
For 75 years, Charles River employees have collaborated to support the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a profound impact on the health and well-being of people worldwide. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or another field, your skills will play a crucial role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Job Summary:
Job Opening: Quality Control Associate I
Location: Rockville, Maryland, USA
Shift Timing: Sunday to Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Employment Type: Full-time
Pay Range: $22.24 – $28.17/hour (based on experience, skills, education & location)
Req ID: 229033
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Perform routine testing in a quality control laboratory to support in-process, lot release, and stability testing
- Experience performing some of the following in a QC laboratory setting: qPCR/ddPCR, cell-based assays, ELISA, and other QC methods (pH, osmolality, endotoxin, and appearance)
- Perform sample receipt and log-in procedures as required
- Contribute to generating SOPs and qualification/validation/transfer protocols and reports
- Responsible for cross-training on multiple QC assays
- Responsible for participation in method development/qualification studies
- May train other associates on methods as appropriate
- Perform general lab upkeep, order lab supplies, and maintain logbooks as required
- Other responsibilities as required
Job Qualifications:
- B.S. or M.S. and 1-2 years of experience in biology, virology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, or a related field in a quality control testing laboratory
- Team-player
- Develop proficiency in compendial methods, molecular biology, cell culture, and ELISA techniques
- Able to work in a GMP environment to execute testing
- Able to support multiple projects and have strong organizational skills
- Able to learn data analysis and interpretation of experimental data
- Complete On-The-Job Training before executing the QC lab responsibilities
- Develop communication skills with the ability to present information to the internal QC team
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, walking
- Able to work occasional off-hours and weekends work
The pay range for this position is $22.24 – $28.17. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including experience, skills, education, and location.
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