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Summary:
The QC Analyst is responsible for conducting biological or chemical and physical analyses on raw materials, in-process samples, final product samples and other samples collected from manufacturing areas.
Title: Quality Control Analyst I/II
Department: Analytical Quality Control
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA - Fully Onsite
Pay: Dependent on Experience/Level
Duration: 6 months w/ potential for extension
Additional Responsibilities:
Apply laboratory skills to perform complex assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of analytical and chemistry principles.
Wet Chemistry, knowledge, skills, and expertise in performing chemical experiments that involve the use of liquids, or "wet" chemicals. This can include tasks such as preparing chemical solutions, conducting chemical reactions, and analyzing chemical compounds using various wet chemical techniques such as titrations, extractions, filtrations, and precipitation.
Raw Materials, Product Release, and Stability Monitoring Testing (Routing and on-demand)
Ordering, Troubleshooting, Service Catalog Ordering, Schedule Repairs and Preventive Maintenance of HPLC/Raw Material Instruments
Perform review of test data, which includes overall documentation practices (CGDP). Perform release functions in LIMS or other computerized systems.
Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR, and CGMP regulations.
Investigate complex nonconformances and write exception documents
Column/Control/Standard Qualification for release testing
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or Biological Sciences strongly preferred. With 1+ years' industry experience (Recent grads are encouraged to apply w/ lab experience)
Experience with HPLC testing, analytical chemistry testing
General understanding & knowledge of the following:
Lab Functions, test methods, equipment (including analytical equipment, autoclaves, incubators, and environmental monitoring equipment)
Wet and instrumental methods of analyses
Operating and troubleshooting procedures for lab equipment
HPLC Testing, Raw Material, Elisa (preferred), LIMs
Ability to write detailed investigation reports, knowledge of how to implement investigation strategies and apply root cause analysis failure analysis is a plus
Knowledge of FDA regulations, application of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), application of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and application of Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements pertinent to pharmaceutical manufacturing labs is a plus