Analyst I, Quality Control

Discgenics - Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time - Entry Level

Salt Lake City, UT

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Welcome to DiscGenics, a pioneering, late-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing regenerative cell-based therapies for patients suffering from degenerative diseases of the spine. Privately held and passionately driven, our mission is to enhance lives by alleviating pain and restoring function through innovative treatment. At DiscGenics, we are committed to improving the quality of life for individuals debilitated by degenerative diseases of the spine. Our focus lies in developing cutting-edge therapies that offer hope and tangible results, fostering a future where patients can regain mobility and comfort. Our team is characterized by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a nimble approach to addressing challenges. Our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accuracy, Teamwork, and Stewardship guide everything we do. Join us at DiscGenics and be part of a transformative journey where your contributions have the potential to impact the lives of millions. Together we innovate with purpose and compassion, striving towards a future where pain and limitations of degenerative spine diseases are a thing of the past. We are looking for an Analyst I, Quality Control to join our dedicated Quality team. The Analyst I, Quality Control (QC) performs, as assigned, in-process and final product testing of DiscGenics products adhering to good documentation practices to ensure data integrity and traceability. This role interacts with all levels of the organization in a collaborative and positive way with colleagues to facilitate department and organizational initiatives for cultural cohesion aligned to the DiscGenics Values. The Analyst I will demonstrate a high level of proficiency with, and ability to troubleshoot, multiple raw material chemistry and cell culture test assays and instrumentation including cell-based potency assays, cell culture, ELISA, etc. The role also involves performing routine maintenance and calibration for QC laboratory equipment, training on SOPs and work instructions for current and future laboratory operations, and receiving and maintaining traceability of test samples, reagents, and materials per approved procedures. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final product testing of DiscGenics products adhering to good documentation practices.
• Demonstrate proficiency with multiple raw material chemistry and cell culture test assays and instrumentation.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration for QC laboratory equipment.
• Train on SOPs and work instructions for current and future laboratory operations.
• Receive and maintain traceability of test samples, reagents, and materials per approved procedures.
• Interact with all levels of the organization in a collaborative and positive way.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• 0-2 years of experience in a GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) type environment.
• Experience with analytical/cell-based QC instruments.
• Independence and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle highly confidential business information.
• Exceptional time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Team leadership skills and team player.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• B.S./B.A. in Engineering, Microbiology, Chemistry, Industrial Sciences, or related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Preferred experience in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) related field.
• Experience in Pharmaceutical, Biologics, Medical Device or Cell/Gene Therapy industry.