QC Associate I — Onsite Lab Release & Testing

Socket.dev; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an entry-level QC Associate I in Wilsonville, Oregon to perform routine QC testing and product release activities under direct supervision. The role operates analytical instruments and supports investigations of OOS/OOT results in compliance with ISO 13485:2016.

This onsite position runs Monday–Friday 8:00–5:30 pm PT. The candidate will review and release basic products against QC metrics, perform routine release testing, conduct raw material inspections, and maintain GDP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology or related field.
• 0-2 years of industrial experience in Operations/QC; internship, co-op, or relevant academic laboratory experience may be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of Quality Control and Quality Assurance principles.
• Knowledge of molecular biology techniques such as PCR, cloning & sequencing.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques such as spectroscopy and gel electrophoresis.
• Basic familiarity with laboratory data systems (e.g., LIMS); hands-on experience with automated liquid-handling or robotic systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the review and release of basic products against established QC metrics under supervision.
• Perform routine QC release testing and data review using validated test methods; prepare disposition recommendations for verification and approval.
• Perform raw material incoming inspections based on established processes and specifications.
• Execute analytical testing per SOPs (e.g., NanoDrop/Qubit, TapeStation/Fragment Analyzer, qPCR, and basic NGS QC tasks).
• Maintain QC records and instrument logs following GDP.
• Support investigations of OOS and OOT results by gathering raw data and documenting findings.
• Assist in compiling routine QC reports and metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the QC laboratory under guidance.
• Maintain QC instruments per calibration and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, standards, and assay controls per SOP, including labeling, expiry tracking, and inventory records.
• Perform environmental monitoring and water sampling as applicable to the site.
• Identify and elevate atypical, out-of-specification, and out-of-trend results to senior QC staff.
• Maintain data integrity in accordance with ALCOA+ and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Laboratory skills

GDP knowledge

Detail-oriented

Education

BS in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

LIMS

NanoDrop

Qubit

TapeStation

Fragment Analyzer

qPCR

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking an entry-level QC Associate I in Wilsonville, Oregon to perform routine QC testing and product release activities under direct supervision. The role operates analytical instruments and supports investigations of OOS/OOT results in compliance with ISO 13485:2016.

This onsite position runs Monday–Friday 8:00–5:30 pm PT. The candidate will review and release basic products against QC metrics, perform routine release testing, conduct raw material inspections, and maintain GDP