Quality Control Associate I

1000 Genentech, Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Genentech, a Roche company in South San Francisco, is seeking a Quality Control Associate I for the Bioassay US Testing Group. You will perform biochemical and cell-based assays to support clinical and commercial products and contribute to cGMP compliant operations.

You will review data, prepare reagents, maintain data integrity with GDP/ALCOA++, and collaborate across teams while advancing your technical and analytical skills in biopharmaceuticals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Experience in a Quality Control or GxP laboratory environment is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with cell-based and non-cell-based assays.

Responsibilities

• Perform biochemical and immunological cell-based and non-cell-based assays to support clinical and commercial products.
• Support critical operations including process development, product characterization, stability studies, in-process testing, and lot release testing within a cGMP environment.
• Review and release assay data across electronic and paper formats while maintaining high compliance standards.
• Prepare laboratory reagents, monitor assay performance, and present quality results to cross-functional teams.
• Uphold data integrity and quality standards by applying GDP and ALCOA++ principles.
• Maintain high lab standards by participating in EHS practices, 5S, and routine equipment upkeep.
• Leverage quality systems and lab informatics including LIMS, ELN, and document management platforms.

Skills

Cell-based assays

Non-cell-based assays

cGMP standards

GDP/ALCOA

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Tools

SoftMax Pro

LIMS

ELN

Veeva QMS

Job description

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

As a Quality Control Associate I in our Bioassay US Testing Group, you will play an essential role in advancing clinical and commercial therapeutics. Our team is committed to high-quality science and collaboration, delivering critical testing that directly impacts patient lives. This role offers an engaging, hands-on laboratory environment with continuous opportunities to develop your technical and analytical expertise in biopharmaceuticals.

The Opportunity

You perform biochemical and immunological cell-based and non-cell-based assays to support clinical and commercial products. You support critical operations including process development, product characterization, stability studies, in-process testing, and lot release testing within a cGMP environment. You review and release assay data across both electronic and paper-based formats while maintaining high compliance standards. You prepare laboratory reagents, monitor assay performance, and clearly present quality results to cross-functional teams. You uphold data integrity and quality standards by applying Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and ALCOA++ principles. You maintain high laboratory standards by actively participating in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) practices, 5S workplace organization, and routine equipment upkeep. You leverage quality systems and laboratory informatics, including LIMS, electronic lab notebooks (ELN), and document management platforms.

Who you are

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field with 1-2 years of relevant experience in a Quality Control or GxP laboratory environment.
• You bring proven, hands-on laboratory experience performing cell-based and non-cell-based assays.
• You possess strong working knowledge of cGMP standards and hands-on experience with aseptic cell culture techniques.
• You are proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• You demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills well-suited for a fast-paced, quality-focused setting.

Preferred

• You have hands-on experience working with industry-standard GxP electronic systems, such as SoftMax Pro, LIMS, and Veeva QMS.

Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $60,600 - $112,500 Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

Who We Are

Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. The next step is yours.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.