Biochemist

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Frederick, Maryland, is looking for a Delivery Lead to oversee testing and quality control processes. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in biotechnology or Quality Control, with strong knowledge of GMP and SOPs. This contract position involves performing tests and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Excellent communication and analytical skills are required. Join a dynamic team dedicated to biopharmaceutical quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in biotechnology or related field with Quality Control experience.
• 3+ years relevant experience if only a High School Degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of raw materials, intermediates, and final products.
• Assist with monitoring and trending data.
• Maintain laboratory instruments for calibration.
• Author or revise SOPs and qualification protocols.

Skills

Knowledge of GMP

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point

Analytical techniques expertise

Education

AA Degree in biotechnology or related field

High School Degree with related experience

Job description

Delivery Lead - Recruitment at Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI )

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Perform testing of raw materials, intermediates and final products by following analytical methods: Cell based bioassays, Flow Cytometry, ELISA and qPCR assays.
• Work with internal and external resources to maintain lab in an optimal state.
• Assist with monitoring and trending data, complete routine record review of test data and related documents for in-process testing, drug substance and drug product release. Supply information to support generation of CoAs for product release.
• Maintains laboratory instruments for calibration and routine maintenance
• Author or revise SOPs, qualification/validation protocols and reports.
• Asist with lab investigations regarding out of specifications (OOS) results. Participate in determination of root cause for deviations related to analytical procedures.
• Provide updates at daily and weekly meetings.
• Monitor the GMP systems currently in place to ensure compliance with documented policies.
• Review proposed changes to systems, procedures, methods, and submissions to regulatory agencies, as appropriate.
• Gather metric information for use in continuous improvement of areas of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• AA Degree and 2+ years’ experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience OR
• High School Degree and 3+ years’ experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of GMP, SOPs and quality control processes.
• Identifying, writing, evaluating, and closing OOS’s and investigations.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and work independently with scientific/technical personnel.
• Well versed in various analytical techniques such as Flow Cytometry, ELISAs, PCR, and cell bioassays and other applicable methods to the testing of biopharmaceuticals.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (21 CRF Part 11/210/211).
• Preferred: Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Research

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research