Sr. QC Associate

Aequor; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor in Fremont, CA is seeking a SR QC Associate to lead analytical testing across multiple technologies in a multi-product facility. You will coordinate raw material testing, write and review SOPs, and train other associates while ensuring cGMP compliance and quality systems.

The role emphasizes independent work, adherence to procedures, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive quality improvements in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in cGMP regulated industry is required.
• Analytical methodologies across multiple principals relevant to Biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Detail-oriented work in a complex technical setup with a quality-first mindset.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry and testing in biopharmaceuticals.
• Proven ability to review, analyze and interpret scientific data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with computer-based systems.
• Ability to read SOPs and document work per cGMP/GDP.
• Team collaboration and cross-functional work.
• Proficiency in 3-5 analytical methods with trend analysis.

Responsibilities

• Execute and coordinate analytical testing of bulk drug substances and drug products.
• Coordinate raw material sampling and testing, including clean rooms as applicable.
• Author test methods, specs, plans, reports, forms, SOPs and other compliance documents.
• Train associates and technicians on methods and processes.
• Perform testing across multiple analytical technologies and review data for trends and deviations.
• Maintain training and lead group training on compliance topics.
• Identify process improvements and root causes for issues and escalate appropriately.
• Represent team in cross-functional meetings to drive solutions.

Skills

QC experience

Biopharma analysis

Analytical chemistry

Detail oriented

Written communication

Data review

Team collaboration

Independent work

Method validation

Education

High School Diploma with six years cGMP

Associate Degree with four years cGMP

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering with two+ years cGMP

Tools

Process control systems

Job description

Duties:

• The SR QC Associate is assigned to QC functional or technical area in either HPLC/CE, Potency testing (Bioassay and Binding assays), Residual Impurities, Physicochemical/Drug Product, Microbiology/Environmental monitoring, Raw Materials/Cleaning validation/verification and Packaging testing.
• This role executes and coordinates analytical testing of bulk drug substances and drug products in a multi-product facility as well as executes and coordinates Raw Material sampling and testing and sampling of clean rooms (as applicable).
• The SR QC Associate coordinates routine-maintained activities and is responsible for routine quality and compliance activities (authoring of test methods, specs, plans, reports, forms, SOPs).
• This role performs duties under limited supervision and according to standard operating and QC procedures.
• Trains other associates and technicians on methods and processes.

• Executes independently, with adequate training, three to five (3-5) analytical testing methods with different analytical principles under minimum oversight by qualified staff.
• Manages and reviews fundamental tasks such as but not limited to buffer prep, TCU maintenance, and cleaning.
• Identifies and implements fundamental improvements to lab processes compliance activities.
• Responsible for routine quality and compliance activities (authoring of test methods, forms, SOPs).
• Documents work according to cGMP and cGDP.
• Adheres to established regulations and follows cGMP established by site.
• Reports abnormalities and deviations in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adheres to safety standards and identifies unsafe situations / habits and escalates appropriately.
• Maintains and improves lab areas according to predefined standards (5s).
• Maintains own training within compliance and trains other technicians and associates on operations upon completion of trainer qualification.
• Conduct group training on compliance topics and scientific principles as needed.
• Performs testing and review within several different analytical technologies.
• Reviews and trends analytical data and compliance processes to identify out of trends.
• Authors routine compliance documents.
• Identifies process anomalies and areas for improvement for operations.
• Provides compliant and smart solutions for moderately complex methods and testing issues.
• Coordinates work within the team and cross functionally.
• Reviews data and identifies discrepancies and ensures they are properly investigated, assessed and appropriate root causes are put in place.
• Represents team in matrix team meetings with cross functional team members to resolve issues and produce solutions.
• Trains other associates and technicians on methods and compliance.

Skills:

• Previous QC Experience preferred.
• Experience with performing analytical methodologies within different scientific principles relevant to Biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Ability to concentrate on detail-oriented work in a complex technical setup with a Quality and Right the first-time mindset.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry and/or analytical testing as it applies to biopharmaceuticals.
• Proven experience with technical review, analysis, and interpretation of scientific data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with computer-based systems and ideally experience with process control systems
• Previous experience reading and understanding SOPs and/or methods and document work in a written format applying cGMP/GDP standards.
• Ability to work as part of a high performing team and collaborate effectively with staff.
• Proficiency in 3-5 analytical methodologies within different scientific principles, including technical review, interpretation and trending as needed.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry and/or analytical testing as it applies to biopharmaceuticals.
• Strong focus on execution of non-routine analytical methods or processes.
• Strong technical knowledge in analytical methods.
• Ability to work independently with very little supervision.
• Champions problem resolution.
• Knows when to escape to line management.

• Strong technical knowledge in analytical methods.
• Work independently with very little supervision, champions problem resolution, knows when to escape to line management, and provides compliant and smart solutions for moderately complex method and testing issues.

Education:

• High School Diploma with six (6) years of experience in cGMP regulated industry or equivalent.
• OR, Associate Degree with four (4) years of experience in cGMP regulated industry or equivalent.
• OR, Bachelor's Degree in a science or engineering related field with two (2) or more years of experience in cGMP regulated industry or equivalent.

Schedule Notes:1st Shift: Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM

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