What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Scientist I position at QuidelOrtho?
The Opportunity
QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.
Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.
The Role
The QC Scientist I will be responsible for testing stability and final product release of all OCD products. This person will assure compliance with company standards and applicable regulatory agencies. The QC Scientist I will participate in failure investigations to help determine root cause, track and trend data, identify and suggest process improvements to improve business measures.
This position will be located in Raritan, NJ.
The Responsibilities
Required
Internal Partners
Planning, Quality Engineering, Product Support, Operations
External Partners
Instrument Support Personnel
The Work Environment
The work environment characteristics are representative of a laboratory.
The Physical Demands
Physical and work condition demands of the position include: Manual dexterity to handle lab equipment, Repetitive motions, Standing for long periods of time
Salary Transparency
The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $67,000 - $80,000 annually. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.
Equal Employment Opportunity
QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@quidelortho.com.
QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.
Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.
The Role
The QC Scientist I will be responsible for testing stability and final product release of all OCD products. This person will assure compliance with company standards and applicable regulatory agencies. The QC Scientist I will participate in failure investigations to help determine root cause, track and trend data, identify and suggest process improvements to improve business measures.
This position will be located in Raritan, NJ.
The Responsibilities
- Organizes and performs product release, stability and raw material testing under direct supervision. Performs testing within established timelines and in accordance with current specifications.
- Documents results clearly and accurately. Interprets results by complying to appropriate specification requirements. Perform data trending of critical product, process information and release test results to be used in SPC/ trend analysis
- Maintains sufficient inventories off reagents and supplies
- Assures compliance to company procedures, GMP, FDA, Safety and ISO regulations in all functions.
- Participate in laboratory investigations, technology transfer, validation and R&D projects
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field of study
- Pipetting
- Perform Indirect Antiglobulin Testing (IAT)
- Perform Direct Antiglobulin Testing (DAT)
- Grading Blood Bank reactions
- Perform Instrument maintenance
- Perform titrations
- Quality Control
- Reverse Blood grouping
- Knowledge and experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products
- Knowledge and experience with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
- This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.
- Blood Bank Tube Testing
- Blood Bank Instrument Testing
Internal Partners
Planning, Quality Engineering, Product Support, Operations
External Partners
Instrument Support Personnel
The Work Environment
The work environment characteristics are representative of a laboratory.
The Physical Demands
Physical and work condition demands of the position include: Manual dexterity to handle lab equipment, Repetitive motions, Standing for long periods of time
Salary Transparency
The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $67,000 - $80,000 annually. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.
Equal Employment Opportunity
QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@quidelortho.com.
Salary : $67,000 - $80,000
