QC Associate

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Job description

Job Title: QC Associate
Location: San Diego, CA
Duration: 06 Months+

Pay Range: $25 - $28/hour. on W2

Job Description:

• The QC Associate I is responsible for routine, accurate and timely testing of QC samples according to standard protocols and operating procedures, such as flow cytometry related protocols.
• The QC Associate I will prioritize daily workload and work independently.
• They will participate in the review of data, report results, and complete all required documentation and database entries.
• QC Associate I will receive specific instructions and ongoing guidance regarding required tasks and expected results.

Job Responsibility:

• Trains and becomes proficient in all the required techniques, operation of relevant equipment and software packages associated with testing, data analysis, and data reporting.
• This may require working with human blood, human or mammalian cell culture and/or animals and animal tissues.
• Routine, accurate and timely completion of all assigned QC tests under supervision and according to standard protocols or operating procedures.
• Will prioritize daily workload and develop skills to work independently.
• Analyze data and report test results including completion of all required documentation and database entries as required by QC protocols or operating procedures.
• Calibrate and maintain equipment.
• Report problems to QC Supervisor or Manager.
• Maintain logs and required documentation as necessary.
• Prepare supplies and reagents and assist with laboratory maintenance as needed.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.
• Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety programs. Address corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified.
• Notify supervisor and Safety Officer(s) of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
• Keep abreast of the basic requirements for safety compliance in own area of work and complies with those requirements.
• Participate in group or intra-department teams and projects as required.
• Participate in assigned cross-training
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

Education And Experience

• BA/BS degree in a related scientific discipline or some related college coursework with a minimum of 2 year's experience in a biotech lab environment.
• Experience in an industrial or research laboratory preferred.
• Flow Cytometry experience required and Tissue Culture experience highly preferred.

Knowledge And Skills

• Basic computer skills: MS Excel & Word.
• Knowledge of general laboratory safety.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to keep neat, accurate, and complete records and logs.
• Effective analytical and problem solving skills.

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