Quality Control Scientist I or II

Seranbio; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over four weeks of paid time off

Employer contributions to retirement account

Various health plans

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Serán BioScience in Bend, Oregon is seeking a Quality Control Scientist level I or II. The role involves performing and supporting sample testing activities in the Quality Control laboratory while adhering to GMP practices.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline and relevant lab experience. The position offers over four weeks of paid time off and various health plans, with employer contributions beginning after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and maintaining productive relationships with coworkers and clients.
• Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and cGMPs.
• Perform routine extractions for testing.
• Conduct appearance testing, raw materials sampling, and solution preparation.
• Participate in process improvement projects.

Skills

Hands-on lab experience

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Job description

Serán BioScience provides custom formulation, process development and clinical manufacturing services for a variety of pharmaceutical clients. Our Quality Control Department is seeking a Quality Control Scientist level I or II who performs and supports sample testing activities in the Quality Control laboratory, upholding GMP practices and timely completion of client deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures, cGMPs, Quality Manual, and company policies.
• Performs routine extractions for dissolution, assay, and impurities testing.
• Performs routine testing using analytical equipment including but not limited to KFC, dissolution apparatus, water activity, FTIR, etc.
• Conducts appearance testing, raw materials sampling, solution preparation, and pH measurements.
• Drafts stability tables, sets‑up stability studies, logs‑in samples and standards.
• Cleans lab and glassware and disposes of analytical waste appropriately.
• Participates in process improvement and other non‑routine projects.
• Conducts peer review of routine testing at the discretion of management.
• Performs hypothesis testing or investigative work for OOS results under management and SME guidance.
• Trains and mentors staff on established processes and procedures.
• Demonstrates cross‑functional support capabilities with other QC teams.
• Adheres to consistent and predictable in‑person attendance.
• Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on lab experience.
• Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the Company.
• Follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross‑functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Multitasks and adjusts priorities in a fast‑paced environment, while maintaining focus and managing disruption and/or unexpected needs.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to keep leadership apprised of performance to timelines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

All levels: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or related field.

For a level I applicant: 2 years of dedicated lab experience in addition to the science education. GMP setting experience not required but preferable.

For a level II applicant: 3 years of dedicated lab experience (including 2 years in a GMP setting) in addition to the science education.

Benefits

Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long‑term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701.