QA Biologist & ISO Auditor - Molecular Microbiology

Signature Science, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Signature Science, LLC seeks a subject matter expert in molecular biology and/or microbiology to support QA contracts focused on CBRNe collection and analysis, and to strengthen internal Signature Science quality programs, including QA audits and ISO 17043 proficiency testing.

The role involves leading external audits, delivering audit reports, assisting with ISO accreditation, reviewing QA data, and developing quality documents.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PCR, immunoassay, and/or microbiological laboratory methods.
• General quality management experience and familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/IEC 17043 standards.
• Analytical laboratory auditing experience.
• Ability to lead small teams and ensure accurate and timely submission of project deliverables.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, self-starter

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise in molecular biology/m microbiology for QA of collection or analytical activities.
• Lead external audits of client laboratories and/or sample collection teams, delivering on-site findings and audit reports.
• Provide feedback on auditee corrective actions and assist with accreditation preparations.
• Perform internal audits of Signature Science systems against ISO/IEC standards.
• Review and summarize QA/proficiency test data and contribute to technical reports.
• Develop and revise project quality documents per ISO standards (17025, 17043, 17034, CLIP).
• Provide ISO 17025 training to clients.
• Oversee proficiency test sample prep, method validation/verification, and coordination with external labs.

Skills

PCR methods

Immunoassay

Microbiology lab

Quality management

Audit leadership

MS Office

Communication

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor degree in biology or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Signature Science, LLC seeks a subject matter expert in molecular biology and/or microbiology to support QA contracts focused on CBRNe collection and analysis, and to strengthen internal Signature Science quality programs, including QA audits and ISO 17043 proficiency testing.

The role involves leading external audits, delivering audit reports, assisting with ISO accreditation, reviewing QA data, and developing quality documents.