Associate Scientist II, Quality Control
Core
Execute routine and moderately complex quality control testing for microbiological, next generation sequencing, biologics, and related products in a regulated environment.
Role type
Associate Scientist II, Quality Control (IC)
Builds
Production-ready quality data and compliant product releases for life science tools and diagnostics
Domain
Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical / Medical Device
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microbiology, molecular biology, aseptic technique, ELISA, PCR, next generation sequencing, electrophoresis, chromatography, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy, standard laboratory equipment operation, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), SOP adherence, data interpretation, troubleshooting, process improvement, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
ISO 13485 quality system experience, SOP writing/revising, statistical analysis, method transfer, validation, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), peer training
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Responsibilities
Independently execute QC testing and operational workflows; identify and implement assay, documentation, and process improvements; document laboratory activities and quality records; provide task-level guidance and training to less experienced team members; participate in investigations and corrective/preventive action activities; process, review, and trend test data; perform laboratory and light manufacturing activities
Seniority
Mid-level IC, limited day-to-day direction