Quality Control Specialist I

Geneoscopy; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Geneoscopy is seeking a QC Specialist I to perform quality control activities across the testing and manufacturing lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance. You will review records, identify discrepancies, and support timely resolution to maintain data integrity and product quality.

This on-site role collaborates with laboratory, manufacturing, and quality teams. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a science field and has 1–2 years in a CLIA/CAP or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field required; biology or chemistry preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in a CLIA/CAP or QSR-regulated environment.
• At least 2 years of PCR testing experience.
• Ability to read and understand technical procedures and instructions.
• Strong multitasking and collaborative skills in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct QC reviews of sample data for accuracy throughout testing.
• Evaluate incoming materials and inspect components and products at stages.
• Support laboratory and clinical operations with QC checks on data and entries.
• Collaborate to update nonconformances for data inaccuracies.
• Track and trend QC data and prepare quality presentations.
• Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, NYS, DOH, FDA, ISO, and related standards.
• Support the Quality Management System and audits/inspections.
• Review and update procedures to improve compliance and efficiency.
• Perform duties under general supervision and demonstrate subject-matter knowledge.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PCR testing

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Data review

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Job description

Pay Type: Benefits: Benefits include health, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k (with employer match), and paid time off.

This is an onsite, in-office position at Geneoscopy HQ in St. Louis, Missouri.

Quality Control (QC) Specialist I i is responsible for performing quality control activities related to medical records and other quality documentation throughout the testing and manufacturing lifecycle. This role ensures accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards. The QC Specialist I reviews and verifies records, identifies discrepancies, and supports timely resolution to maintain data integrity and product quality. This position collaborates cross-functionally with laboratory, manufacturing, and quality teams to support efficient operations and continuous improvement within the quality management system.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct QC reviews of sample/specimen data for accuracy throughout the testing process.
• Help to provide assurance of the quality of our products by evaluating incoming materials, inspecting components and products at various stages, and evaluating the functionality of finished products using ddPCR.
• Support the laboratory and clinical operations, performing QC checks as needed on data and manual entries.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel to update or open nonconformances for inaccurate data.
• Track and trend QC data and prepare quality presentations.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements (CLIA, CAP, NYS, DOH, FDA, ISO, etc.).
• Support the Quality Management System, including but not limited to nonconformances and customer complaint processes.
• Conduct gap analyses and best practice reviews to sustain and continually improve the Quality Management System.
• Participate in internal and external audits and manufacturing inspections.
• Review incoming material release inspections.
• Navigate and execute laboratory equipment inspections.
• Review, revise, author, and implement new procedures and/or controls to achieve regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
• Perform work under general supervision, navigating through moderately complex problems.
• Exemplify solid knowledge of the subject matter.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree within a science-related field required.
  • A degree in Biology or Chemistry is ideally preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess 1-2 years of experience in a CLIA/CAP or QSR-regulated environment.
• Possess a minimum of 2 years of PCR testing experience.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand technical procedures and instructions.
• Exemplify the ability to multitask and thrive in an agile, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
• Possess proficient verbal and written communication skills, while willing to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization to achieve the desired results.
• Possess high ethics and conduct business in the most professional manner.
• Seek inclusiveness and collaboration but step up to responsibility, make tough decisions, and be accountable for those decisions.
• Act as a results-oriented team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with colleagues.

SCHEDULE

This is a salaried position, requiring at least 40 hours per week. There may be projects that require activities beyond the standard hours.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base salary range: annually determined based on the candidate's experience, knowledge, and abilities.
• Bonus: discretionary annual bonus based on a percentage of the employee's base salary
• Benefits: health, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k (with employer match), and paid time off.
• Company stock options

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Geneoscopy's Core Values

Ability to embody Geneoscopy's beliefs, philosophies, and principles:

• Integrity - we do the right thing through our words, actions, and behaviors
• Courage - step up, speak up, stand out
• Agility - think and act fast, embracing change
• Passion - for our customers, our people, our work, and for excellence
• Collaboration - our differences are assets

Physical Demands

• Employees may be required to lift routine office supplies and use standard office equipment.
• Must possess the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Must possess the ability to perform repetitive motion.
• May have exposure to fumes and bio-hazardous material in the laboratory environment.
• May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents.

By completing this online employment application, you certify that the information on this application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that any misrepresentation or omission of fact in response to any inquiry made in this application may result in the rejection of the application or if hired, dismissal whenever it is discovered. You authorize and release all parties from any liability or damage that may result from seeking, furnishing, or using such information. You understand and agree that, if hired, your employment is for no definite period and may, regardless of the date of payment of compensation, be terminated by Geneoscopy at any time, for any or no reason, with or without notice. You understand that no representation to the contrary is valid unless in writing, setting a definite term of employment, and signed by the company's CEO. You further understand and agree that any job offer is contingent upon your passing, to the company's satisfaction, a criminal background check, reference checks, and other possible screenings. You understand that this application is active for 90 days only, and if you do not hear from the company but still wish to be considered for employment after 90 days, you will need to fill out a new application.