Associate Scientist, Quality Control

LGC Group; Town of Middleton (WI); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

LGC Group in the United States is seeking an Associate Quality Control Scientist to ensure quality standards across microbiological, NGS, and biologics processes. You will join a team maintaining quality management systems and supporting new product development.

The role emphasizes SOP adherence, data analysis, and continuous improvement, with collaboration across HR, manufacturing, and leadership to foster accountability and a positive culture.

Qualifikationen

• Associate degree in a life sciences field or equivalent experience.
• Experience on operationally oriented or technical teams.
• Proven ability to perform standard biological laboratory techniques in NGS workflows such as PCR.
• Ability to adhere to SOPs and work instructions to meet production needs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and documentation practices.

Aufgaben

• Independently perform operational workflows following approved documentation and SOPs.
• Process, record, and analyze data using approved test methods.
• Support QC operations maintaining safety, speed, quality, cost and equipment.
• Support organization’s commercial and development activities while ensuring compliance.
• Identify assay and process improvement opportunities from observations and data.
• Maintain training requirements and KPI-related goals.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Adhere to PPE policy and site safety rules.
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Kenntnisse

Analytical problem-solving

Autonomy

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Associate degree in life sciences

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Jobbeschreibung

• Department: Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs
• Compensation: up to USD 25 - hourly

Company Description

With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organisation.

Job Description

The Associate Quality Control (QC) Scientist will ensure that company quality standards are met throughout various manufacturing processes for microbiological, next gen sequencing, and biologics products. This individual will partner with a team of quality control professionals that implement and maintain the quality management systems, support new product development, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. In partnership with site HR, manufacturing, and operational leadership, this role is expected to foster a positive work environment and a culture of ownership and accountability.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to capably perform each of the following essential functions:

• Independently perform operational workflows, following approved documentation and using standard microbiology, analytical chemistry, and aseptic techniques
• Process, record, and analyze data following approved test methods and work instructions and using good documentation practices
• Support the quality control group operations in maintaining standards in safety, speed, quality, cost, & equipment
• Support the organization’s commercial and development activities, while also ensuring compliance with applicable quality and regulatory standards
• Identify assay and process improvement opportunities based on first-hand observation and data review
• Maintain training requirements and execute on goal setting linked to business initiatives and other key performance indicators
• Support in continuous improvement projects and lean manufacturing initiatives
• Adhere to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy
• Perform other duties as required, or assigned by management, to meet business needs

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in an applicable life sciences field (molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, etc.)—or equivalent combination of applicable education and relevant work experience
• Prior success serving on operationally oriented or technical teams
• Proven ability to perform standard biological laboratory techniques in support of Next Gen sequencing workflows such as PCR, liquid handling machines etc.
• Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to effectively meet production needs
• Ability to gather and coordinate information, interpret and develop appropriate recommendations for effective action
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior work experience in a relevant industry (pharma, biotech, or medical device)
• Experience in cell-based assays and enzyme activity assays
• Proven ability to perform common analytical methods, such as electrophoresis, chromatography, mass spectrometry, and spectroscopy
• Resonate and operate in line with LGC’s core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with technical staff and peers
• Demonstrated autonomy: ability to self-start and drive whilst recognising the appropriate time for stakeholder engagement
• Effective analytical problem-solving skills, time management and organizational skills
• Passion for continuous improvement, with demonstrated initiative
• Aptitude to work in a complex and rapidly growing company
• Results-oriented, ensuring targets are met on time and on budget
• Must be highly accurate and detail-oriented
• Ability to work well in a team environment and possess an ability to adapt to change in the environment
• Demonstrated good professional judgment and reliability
• Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables

Additional Information

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.