Quality Control Associate – at Charles River, Apply Now!
Charles River is seeking a Quality Control Associate I to join our team and support in-process, release, and stability testing in a GMP environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safe manufacture of new drug therapies while building a rewarding career in quality control. Apply now and make a global impact on health and well-being.
About Charles River
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. Join our family and have a significant impact on global health and well-being. Your skills, whether in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or another area, will contribute to the important work we do. We’ll help you build a career you’re passionate about.
Job Summary
The QC Associate I is responsible for performing in-process, release, and stability testing in a GMP environment. The Associate may also contribute to testing as part of test method optimization, troubleshooting, and development/qualification studies.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform routine testing in a quality control laboratory to support in-process, lot release, and stability testing as QC
- Experience performing some of the following in a QC laboratory setting: qPCR / ddPCR, cell-based assays, ELISA, other QC methods (pH, osmolality, endotoxin, and appearance)
- Perform sample receipt and log-in procedures as required
- Contribute to generating SOPโs 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 as QC
- Perform general lab upkeep, order of lab supplies, and maintenance of 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 related field in a quality control testing laboratory as QC
- 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 strong organizational skills
- Able to learn data analysis and interpret experimental data as QC
- 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
Compensation Data: The pay range for this position is $22.24 โ $28.17. Salaries vary within the range based on factors including experience, skills, education, and location.
Competencies
Lead โ We lead when we advocate our purpose and model our values, when we deliver innovation, when we embrace change, and when we appreciate and celebrate the great work of others.
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