Quality Specialist Technician I (Temp) - Molecular

NeoGenomics; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NeoGenomics is seeking a Quality Specialist Technician I in the Molecular department in Aliso Viejo, CA. This role focuses on executing quality initiatives across laboratory operations, applying GLP and GDP principles, and supporting compliance with CRO standards.

The position reports to management with dotted-line ties to QA and compliance teams. Responsibilities include maintaining records, reviewing paperwork for GDP accuracy, assisting with NCEP activities, coordinating proficiency testing,

Qualifications

• AA or AS degree in life or physical science required.
• BS or BA in life or physical science strongly preferred.
• 1–2 years of molecular lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality program per GLP and GDP standards.
• Prepare and review documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Keep lab spaces organized and compliant with procedures.
• Review paperwork for GDP correctness and escalate issues.
• Support CAPAs, deviations, and quality events under NCEP.
• Assist with proficiency testing and validations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives; travel <10%.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Documentation

Laboratory procedures

Education

Associate degree in life sciences

BS/BA preferred

Job description

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.

NeoGenomics is looking for a Quality Specialist Technician for our Molecular department in Aliso Viejo, CA who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.

Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:

As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.

Shift time: This is a Temporary-status opportunity working a full-time scheduled of Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (subject to change based on business needs). Temp workers carry out their duties via a third-party agency, and are not official employees of NeoGenomics.

Position Summary:

The Quality Specialist Technician I is responsible for executing quality initiatives across laboratory operational disciplines. This role assists in maintaining a Quality Program by applying recognized principles of quality assurance and current Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), as well as applicable standards for Clinical Research Organization (CRO) work performed by NeoGenomics. The Quality Specialist Technician I reports to operational management (Supervisor, Manager, or Director) while also maintaining a collaborative, dotted-line partnership and close working relationship with Quality Assurance and Compliance personnel.

Core Responsibilities:

• Contribute to regulatory compliance and audit readiness by maintaining accurate records and adhering to compliant practices.
• Apply technical experience while developing quality expertise by performing routine tasks, following established procedures, and learning standard quality processes with oversight.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment by ensuring workspaces, materials, and supplies are managed in accordance with established procedures.
• QS technician is responsible for reviewing paperwork for completion and GDP correctness before organizing and filling. If issues are found, they should be escalated to senior team members. During audits they will be asked to help pull documents and pre-screen for GDP/completion.
• Support department management with the Non-Conforming Events Program (NCEP), including CAPAs, deviations, and quality events.
• Assist with coordination and execution of proficiency testing (PT) for required assays.
• Support projects, validations, and continuous improvement initiatives, as assigned.
• Travel: Minimal (less than 10%)

Experience, Education and Qualifications:

• AA or AS degree in a life or physical science field required, BS or BA degree in a life or physical science field is strongly preferred
• 1–2 years of experience working in a molecular laboratory