QC Associate I

Job Description

Job Description

Exciting opportunity with one of the fastest growing Cell & Gene Therapy companies on the East Coast!

Job Title : Quality Control Associate I

Job Description

The Quality Control Associate I will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of cell populations by performing testing, analysis, and quality control activities. This role involves developing methods for flow cytometry, conducting cell culture and cell counting, and providing input for workflow improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing to develop methods for flow cytometry and analysis.
• Conduct cell culture and cell counting for quality control purposes.
• Assist in analysis for flow methods and complexity testing.
• Provide training and oversight to new team members.
• Execute company and client test methods and procedures for cellular products.
• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Document and report results following company and client procedures and guidelines.
• Organize laboratory supplies and perform equipment cleaning as per SOP.
• Participate in equipment and method qualification / validation activities.
• Cross-train in methods for multiple clients to enhance lab efficiency.
• Upload data in real-time to shared drives or client SharePoint sites.
• Prepare reagents and media as needed.
• Respond to equipment alarms using the Linc Alarm Report system.
• Investigate out-of-specification, out-of-trend, or non-conforming test results.
• Initiate and prepare deviation reports with supervisory input.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions as applicable.
• Complete documentation according to SOPs, CGMP, and GDP.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, departments, management, and clients.
• Assist in training other Quality Control technicians.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications t.

Work Environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mahwah, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mahwah,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

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