Quality Control Associate II

Summary

The Quality Control Associate II reporting into the Senior Manager of QC Microbiology will execute QC operations in support of manufacturing and will have technical lab experience and have strong industry experience. The role requires advanced ability to set priorities, manage timelines and represent the interest of the group on cross-functional teams.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities

• Execute QC operations in support of manufacturing, including in process testing, lot release QC testing, and Environmental Monitoring.
• QC liaison with site manufacturing operations teams with respect to microbiological routine testing and support.
• implementing innovative technologies, methods, and processes for microbial analysis
• Collaborating with other departments and external partners to support applicable projects
• Recommend corrective actions and participate in development of best practices
• Review all data in accordance with applicable procedures and cGMP requirements
• Utilize scientific principles to assist in analytical testing methods and the proper use of laboratory equipment
• Laboratory and equipment maintenance
• Work and communicate effectively within the team to ensure timelines are met
• Perform peer review of testing data
• Ability to independently develop, write and execute methods, protocols, reports and other related documents
• Anticipate and troubleshoot problems
• Complete all work in a timely manner
  
  

Qualifications

• B.S. in cell and molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, or another Life Science field, with a master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years technical lab experience and a minimum of 2 years related industry experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross- functional peers
• Ability to set priorities of the group and manage timelines
• Ability to work with management locally and globally
• Ability to represent the interests of the group on cross-functional teams
• Hands on experience with various bioanalytical techniques including Endotoxin testing, Sterility testing, Mycoplasma testing, ELISA, qPCR, FACS/Flow Cytometry
• Problem solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical
• Technical writing skills
  
  

Work Environment

The position requires hands-on work setting up and operating equipment in R&D and manufacturing environments. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to Cartesian's policies, rules and regulations is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee handles hazardous chemicals in the laboratory. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, shoes, and lab coat. Position may require extended periods of standing.

Salary Notice

At Cartesian Therapeutics, Inc., we are committed to transparency and equity in our compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $75,000 to 83,000 per year. Please note that the final salary will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, years of experience, industry experience, education, and specific skills relevant to the role. We believe in rewarding our team members fairly and encourage open discussions about compensation throughout the hiring process.

Cartesian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an environment in which all employees are treated fairly without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.