Quality Control, Raw Material Analyst II

Forge Biologics

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Onsite fitness facility

Employee discounts

Mental health support

Disability coverage

Free snacks

Job summary

Forge Biologics in Columbus, OH is seeking a Quality Control Raw Material Analyst II to test and evaluate incoming raw materials used in AAV vector production. You will sample materials in a clean room, perform routine analytical tests, and ensure results meet approved criteria under GDP and cGMP guidelines.

You will document findings, support method development, collaborate with procurement, and help maintain equipment.

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related discipline.
Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and analytical methods.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Inspect all materials arriving at the facility for integrity and quality.
Sample materials in a clean room environment.
Communicate between departments to ensure required inspected materials.
Conduct a range of tests including identity, purity, potency, and microbial contamination.
Document test results, observations, and procedures per GDP guidelines.
Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely receipt and testing of raw materials.
Assist in developing and optimizing new testing methods and procedures.
Contribute to maintenance, calibration, and qualification of laboratory equipment.
Support onboarding and training of team members in routine tasks.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Analytical methods

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Following protocols

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Biology or Chemistry

Job description

Quality Control, Raw Material Analyst II

Columbus, Ohio

Forge Your Future with Us:

At Forge Biologics, we believe in turning bold ideas into life-changing realities. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enable access to life-changing gene therapies and help bring them from ideas into reality. We partner with scientists, physicians, biotech and pharma innovators, and patient communities — all united by one goal: improving lives. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to make a tangible impact, this is where your journey begins.

Our team works out of The Hearth, a state-of-the-art, 200,000-square-foot cGMP facility in Columbus, Ohio. Here, you won’t just watch innovation happen — you’ll be part of it. Whether you’re scaling AAV manufacturing, collaborating on cutting-edge therapies, or supporting complex technical projects, you’ll play a key role in bringing hope to patients with genetic diseases.

What sets Forge apart is our culture ofH.O.P.E.We arehardworking, showing up each day with determination and grit. We areopen, creating a space where ideas flow freely, and every voice is valued. We arepurpose-driven, with every task directly tied to changing lives. And we areengaged, energized by the challenges we face and the milestones we achieve together.

At Forge, your growth matters. We’re committed to helping you expand your skills, take on new challenges, and develop your career through mentorship, hands-on learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our people are our greatest investment, and we’re proud to see team members grow with us.

If you’re ready to use your talent to help deliver hope to patients around the world, join us — and be part of something bigger than yourself.

Summary:

We are currently seeking an Analyst I I , Quality Control (Raw Materials) to join the Forge Biologics team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting testing and evaluation of raw materials used in AAV vector production. Your work will involve material sampling and executing various analytical tests per the processes defined within SOP documents in a cGMP compliant manner. Additionally, you will be responsible for performing comparisons between measured results and expected criteria and communicating those comparisons in a timely and thorough way. Your contribution will be essential in maintaining the integrity and safety of our gene therapy products.

Responsibilities:

Inspectallmaterialsthatarriveatthefacilityforintegrityandquality.
Sample materials in a clean room environment
Communicatebetweendepartmentstoensureall operationshaveallrequiredinspectedmaterials.
Conduct arangeof tests,including butnot limitedtoidentity,purity,potency, and microbial contamination,on incoming raw materials.
Accuratelydocument testresults, observations,andproceduresinaccordancewithGoodDocumentation Practices (GDP).
Collaboratewiththeprocurementteamtoensuretimelyreceiptandtestingofrawmaterials.
Assistinthedevelopmentandoptimizationofnewtestingmethodsandprocedures.
Contributestothemaintenance,calibration,andqualificationoflaboratoryequipment.
Supports the onboarding and training of team membersinroutine tasks and established procedures

Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’sDegreeinBiology,Biochemistry,Chemistryorarelateddiscipline.
Familiaritywithbasiclaboratorytechniquesandanalyticalmethods.
Ability to lift 50lbs

Preferred Qualifications:

Priorexperienceinalaboratoryorqualitycontrolenvironment.
Sampling in a clean room environment
Attentiontodetail,accuracy,andtheabilitytofollowprotocols.
Strongorganizationalanddocumentationskills.
Effectivecommunicationandabilitytoworkwithinateam.
Willingnesstolearnandadapttonewtechniquesandtechnologies.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position works in both a laboratory environment and typical office environment where the physical work demands will vary depending on the specific tasks and duties required of the job. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs. The employee will be stationary (standing/sitting) for extended periods of time. Employees regularly wear personal protective equipment based on the task being performed. Must be able to work in a confined space, such as a clean room or laboratory environment. Ability to identify small details within the field of vision, distinguish between different colors , and accurately identify objects within a specific area.

Forge Biologics is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Forge Biologics, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

At Forge Biologics, we believe our people deserve to be taken care of – in and out of the workplace. We’ve built a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to help you thrive, grow, and feel valued every step of the way:

Health from day one

Health, dental and vision insurance start your first day – with 90% of premiums covered for you and your family.

Time to recharge

A competitive paid time off plan – because rest fuels innovation.
12 weeks of fully paid parental leave so you can focus on family when it matters most.

Rewarding your impact

Annual bonus opportunities for all full-time team members.
401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
Special employee discounts, including childcare and dependent care savings.
Onsite fitness facility at The Hearth.
Mental health counseling and financial planning services through our Employee Assistance Program.
Employer-paid short and long-term disability coverage to protect your peace of mind.

Fuel for your workday