QC Analyst, Cell-Based Methods

Summary

This role will support activities within the Quality Control department, with a focus on cell-based methods such as Adventitious Agents, rcAAV, potency, etc. This role will utilize laboratory skills to test and measure product or materials while ensuring that analysis is performed according to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), QC Methods & current Compendia. This role is based 100% on-site.

Location: Durhan, NC
#LI-Onsite
Shift: 1st, some weekend work may be required

About the Role

Responsibilities:

• Executes routine and non-routine analysis, may include, but not limited, to cGMP release and characterization testing using techniques including but not limited to cell-based methods (potency, AA), PCR (ddPCR, qPCR), Immunoassays (ELISA), chromatography (HPLC-UV, HPLC-ELSD, HPLC-MS), AUC, compendial assays (Bioburden, pH) and electrophoresis (CE, Western Blot).

• Responsible for limited range of laboratory support functions and procedures as assigned, developing capability in basic technical skills, disciplines, and procedures within assigned discipline area(s).

• May be assigned to specific disciplines, but will support all necessary laboratory and assay functions, including housekeeping, safety, logbook/equipment use and maintenance, and updates to existing operating procedures .

• Capable of delivering to assigned work schedule with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Notifies management and initiates events (such as Laboratory Investigations) in the quality systems, with guidance from senior analysts or management.

• Assist in special projects on analytical and instrument problem solving by execution of assay.

• Gain familiarity with basic process improvement methodologies, learning and applying concepts of lean lab and six sigma that are applicable to the QC lab environment.

• Other related job duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in scientific disciplines such as Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology or related field.

• Learns to use professional concepts.

• Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.

• Ability to communicate and work in a team environment.

• Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $62,900 and $94,300 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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Division
Operations

Business Unit
Innovative Medicines

Location
USA

Site
Durham

Company / Legal Entity
U473 (FCRS = US473) Novartis Gene Therapies

Functional Area
Quality

Job Type
Full time

Employment Type
Regular

Shift Work
No