QC Scientist 1

Work Location:  Lenexa, Kansas
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Department:  LS-SC-PMXQB Quality Control 1
Hiring Manager: Anna Nayeri

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Your Role:

Perform Quality Control activities in support of finished products, which includes testing of raw materials and serum. Perform testing according to approved procedures or compendia (such as USP, EP, ACS) following site quality and safety standards.  Testing includes, but is not limited to, environmental monitoring, bioburden analysis, endotoxin testing, microbial limits testing, microbial identification, and growth promotion of microbiological media and reagents.  Evaluate results against approved specifications, perform peer review of analytical data, and release data from QC in a timely manner to meet scheduled release dates. Typically performs routine assignments with little direction using existing procedures and practices that require some knowledge of concepts and specialized technical expertise within an analytical/scientific method or operational process. Accountable for the quality of own work. Receives clear instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles or even solves problems of low complexity independently by selecting solutions based on fact-based information. Work some weekends or holidays (as required by testing/business needs). Provide complete and accurate records consistent with quality guidelines and GDP requirements. Communicate the status of operations and bring deviations to the attention of the supervisor. Attention to detail. Contribute to support functions of the lab (e.g., maintain equipment, prepare reagents, restock lab supplies, waste disposal) and ensure equipment and work areas are maintained and clean. Take the necessary action to resolve any unsafe conditions.

Who You Are 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or other Life Sciences discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ year of laboratory experience in a quality control lab
• Good attention to detail
• Knowledge of site Quality standards
• Familiar with laboratory instruments and production equipment

Pay Range for this position: $24-$44 per hour

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

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