QC Scientist I

Responsibilities

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Occasional off-shift hours, weekends, and holidays may be required to support manufacturing operations.
Please include a candidate blurb and interview availability on all resumes submitted.

• Perform cGMP QC bioanalytical testing, troubleshooting, laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, data review, training, quality record management, method transfer support, and other departmental activities as assigned.
• Perform timely, Right First Time (RFT) cGMP testing and documentation for in-process (including STAT), release, stability, and critical utility (TOC/Conductivity) testing while following approved procedures and safe laboratory practices.
• Troubleshoot routine technical issues and support laboratory investigations as needed.
• Perform and troubleshoot routine and complex testing, including:
  • TOC/Conductivity
  • Compendial assays (appearance, pH, osmolality)
  • FTIR
  • A260
  • Cell Count and Viability
  • Viral Genome Titer (VGT) using ddPCR/qPCR
  • Infectivity Assays (TCID50)
  • icIEF/CE-SDS
  • SDS-PAGE
  • ELISA
  • UHPLC
• Support method transfers, qualifications, validations, verifications, and troubleshooting activities for QC methods. Serve as a technical lead for compendial verifications.
• Perform and support QC equipment maintenance and calibration activities in coordination with Facilities, Maintenance, Automation, and external vendors.
• Support the onboarding, qualification, and implementation of new laboratory equipment.
• Review laboratory data and documentation to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Perform routine laboratory operations, including cleaning, organization, inventory management, reagent preparation, and completion of laboratory logbooks.
• Support reference standards and critical reagents programs, including inventory management and trending activities.
• Complete all required cGMP and job-specific training in a timely manner and assist with training other team members as needed.
• Develop and maintain On-the-Job Training (OJT) materials.
• Author and revise technical documents, including SOPs, work instructions, forms, and laboratory procedures.
• Author and own quality records, including deviations, laboratory investigation reports (LIRs), OOS investigations, and CAPAs.
• Support laboratory inspection readiness and participate in internal and external audits.
• Utilize laboratory systems such as Empower, SampleManager LIMS, TrackWise, D2, Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional team meetings.
• Apply scientific thinking and sound judgment to identify issues, communicate solutions, and lead problem resolution efforts.
• Maintain working knowledge of cGMP Quality Control systems and applicable regulatory requirements.

Skills

• UHPLC
• qPCR
• SDS-PAGE
• ELISA
• ddPCR
• cGMP
• Quality Control
• Bioanalytical Testing

Top Skills

• UHPLC
• qPCR
• SDS-PAGE
• ELISA

Additional Skills & Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• 1-3+ years of relevant industry experience preferred.

Experience

• Experience as a Laboratory Analyst or Scientist performing analytical testing and troubleshooting in a GxP-regulated environment, preferably within Quality Control.
• Hands-on experience with bioanalytical methods and laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience supporting method transfers, technical document authoring, and laboratory investigations.
• Familiarity with cGMP regulations, laboratory safety practices, quality systems, and inspection readiness activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and accountable.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Daily laboratory and computer-based work.
• Frequent use of laboratory PPE and adherence to safety procedures.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work with biohazardous or infectious materials, chemicals, dry ice, and cleaning agents such as SporKlenz and bleach.
• Designated as essential personnel and may be required to work during inclement weather or other emergency situations.
• Occasional extended hours, weekend work, holiday coverage, or off-shift support may be required to meet business needs.

Experience Level
Entry Level (1-3+ years of relevant industry experience preferred)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Plainville, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Plainville,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.
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