Quality Control Analyst II - Biochemistry/Virology

Artech Information System LLC; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Quality Control Analyst II specializing in biochemistry and virology in Holly Springs, NC. The contract role requires solid laboratory experience with techniques like SDS-PAGE and ELISA, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field. The analyst will conduct experiments, analyze data, and ensure compliance with quality standards. This position is ideal for candidates with under 2 or over 5 years of experience in related laboratory settings.

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years or more than 5 years experience in related field.
• Experience with biological samples and laboratory techniques.
• Knowledge of virology or biochemistry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support organization and implementation of new bio-assays.
• Assist in assay development and validation.
• Record data according to regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP requirements.
• Lead special projects and investigations.

Skills

SDS-PAGE

Spectrophotometry

ELISA

Flow Cytometry

Tissue Culture

RT-PCR

Western Blot

Enzymatic Assays

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Quality Control Analyst II - Biochemistry/Virology

Artech is the 10th largest IT staffing company in the United States, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Contract

The position is a contract role.

Duties

• Support organization and implementation of new bio‑assays for QC testing of raw materials, drug substance, and drug product.
• Assist in all phases of assay development and validation, including experimental design, drafting the new test methods, executing the experiments, and analyzing data.

Essential Functions

• Apply critical analysis skills to plan and execute experiments, analyze data, and draw conclusions from results.
• Perform laboratory experimentation across a broad spectrum of responsibilities.
• Understand experiments and conduct troubleshooting analysis.
• Ensure that all samples are tested according to quality requirements defined via registered specifications in accordance with local/international regulations.
• Record data in an accurate and timely manner per applicable regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents, and solutions. Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies, and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain complex laboratory equipment.
• Develop expertise in assigned assays/techniques.
• Write and update standard test methods, as needed.
• Maintain compliance with applicable cGMP requirements.
• Closely adhere to appropriate safety and environmental regulations, particularly with regard to hazardous chemicals and biological materials.

Secondary Functions

• Lead special projects and investigations.
• Perform shift‑work as necessary to maintain deliverables schedule.

Skills

• Looking for candidates having less than 2 years’ experience, or have more than 5 years’ experience.
• The ideal candidates will offer a degree in life sciences or related field with broad bio‑analytical background and success in a prior role in a relevant lab at a university or a pharmaceutical or biotech firm (minimum 2 years).
• Solid experience with a minimum of four of the following lab techniques: SDS‑PAGE, spectrophotometry, ELISA, flow cytometry, tissue culture, RT‑PCR, Western blot, enzymatic assays.
• Experience with Method Development and Method Validation.
• Demonstrated experience working with biological samples.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and creative problem‑solving.
• The individual must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of virology or biochemistry is a plus.
• Familiar with GxP regulations, preferred but not required.
• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or other closely related scientific field.