Cell Processing QC Specialist

The Cell Processing Quality Control Specialist I trains and becomes competent at performing, interpreting, and reporting quality control assays required for cellular product evaluation. The specialist is responsible for QC of reagents, supplies, environmental testing, laboratory equipment maintenance, and QC performed in the Cell Manipulation Core Facility, ensuring procedures meet highest quality standards promptly and cost‑effectively. Shift: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Responsibilities Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance. Accurately perform, analyze, and demonstrate proficiency of the following tests at a minimum: automated and manual cell counts, trypan blue viability testing, basic flow cytometry analysis (CD34, T subsets, 7AAD viability, etc.), potency assays such as CFUs, basic microbiology cultures, and gram stains (clinical and environmental). Interpret QC and test results, trends, and respond/report according to procedure and policy. Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documenting all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and all maintenance performed. Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior specialist or supervisor. Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Follow regulations (FDA, CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, state), standards (FACT, JC) and safety guidelines. Answer questions from clinicians or other lab personnel, when applicable. Maintain complete records of all testing performed and keep the department generally clean and organized. Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and, if applicable, opened dates. Attend monthly department and additional training/educational meetings. Participate in all applicable safety training sessions; be familiar with the location and contents of the safety manual and all safety equipment. Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Basic knowledge of general clinical laboratory practices, hematology and microbiology; demonstrate general lab skills, aseptic practices, knowledge of lab safety, and infection control practices. Able to perform aseptic processing of samples for relevant tests. Accurately perform simple laboratory math calculations. Work closely with others, possessing solid interpersonal and communication skills. Work effectively in a fast‑paced, diverse work group and adapt to rapid changes. Handle the stress of producing accurate results under time constraints. Good judgment, problem‑solving, and analytical skills. Attention to detail and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with both laboratory and clinical staff within a complex, multi‑organization environment. Minimum Education Requirements Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory required. Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, or biological preferred. Minimum Experience Requirements Entry level in a cellular product high‑complexity testing laboratory. Must qualify as Testing Personnel under CLIA, demonstrating independent judgment for high‑complexity work in hematology, immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology. Experience in a clinical laboratory performing high‑complexity testing (may include an internship program). Certification/Registration MT (ASCP) certification or International Cytometry Certification Exam (ICCE) or other laboratory certification preferred. Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal‑opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Pay Transparency Statement The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications. For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). $64,300.00 – $71,100.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr Dana-Farber Cancer Institute