Analyst, QC I

Talent Software Services - Novato, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Novato, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Analyst, QC I position at Talent Software Services is a contract role based in Novato, CA, focused on driving quality control excellence in a dynamic laboratory environment. This 12-month opportunity offers the potential for long-term extension and involves executing microbiological and analytical methods under cGMP guidelines, ensuring compliance and timely reporting of results.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate timely receipt and accessioning of incoming samples, ensuring batch assignments across all assay types are in line with best practices.
• Execute microbiological and analytical methods for in-process testing under cGMP guidelines, and report results promptly to meet internal customer timelines.
• Perform environmental monitoring of facilities, equipment, and utilities.
• Evaluate assay validity, summarize results, analyze data, and assist with trend analysis report compilation and verification.
• Collaborate with co-workers on housekeeping tasks to maintain laboratory inspection readiness.
• Assist with monitoring and controlling laboratory supply and critical reagent inventories.
• Conduct growth promotion of media and microbial identification testing.
• Qualify as a trainer for specified methods and provide training to less experienced staff.
• Provide on-call support for QC laboratory equipment functionality.
• Communicate proactively about compliance risks and deviations, initiating investigation records within required timeframes.
• Contribute to test method validation, investigations, technical studies, and method transfer protocols.
• Participate in team huddles and department meetings, offering ideas for laboratory infrastructure improvements and method optimization.
• Perform other responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

• Experience with quality management systems, cGMP, and QC principles.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of certified functional activities.
• Excellent documentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with PowerPoint, Access, or Visio is desired.
• Quality service attitude, flexibility, and willingness to work additional hours as needed.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with PowerPoint, Access, or Visio.

Benefits

• Contract position with potential for long-term extension.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic laboratory environment.