QC Lab Analyst
3rd shift 4-10s (M-Thur)
Job Description
This role focuses on performing routine and project-based qPCR testing to support in-process and finished product quality control in a GMP pharmaceutical environment. The Quality Control Analyst conducts time-sensitive qPCR assays, handles raw material and finished product samples, supports method validation and development, and contributes to environmental and contaminant monitoring in a brand-new laboratory operating around the clock.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine qPCR testing on samples with a 7-hour turnaround time, working in parallel with another analyst to ensure timely completion.
- Conduct in-process testing on raw materials, primarily pig-origin tissue slurries, including extraction of RNA from tissue samples.
- Perform finished product testing on final drug product and select specialty products, including some testing for additional sites.
- Run speciation assays to identify and quantify different species within a sample.
- Carry out contaminant monitoring and positive control environmental monitoring while samples are running.
- Perform calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory instruments, including centrifuges, spectrophotometers, and liquid handler robots.
- Prepare reagents, manage inventory, and ensure that all necessary materials are available and properly documented.
- Support validation activities, including validating basic centrifuges, spectrophotometers, liquid handler robots, laboratory software, and lab spaces.
- Assist with software programming related to qPCR and laboratory instruments as part of validation and method support.
- Draft and support laboratory methods, including method development and documentation in accordance with GMP and FDA expectations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related discipline preferred for all levels.
- High School Diploma or . required for all levels.
- Minimum of 1 year of working in a regulated laboratory environment.
- Experience with pipettes required.
- PCR experience from school or industry is preferred but not required.
- Open to different experience levels: Associate, Analyst, and Sr
Work Environment
The role is on third shift, Monday through Thursday, working 10-hour days starting at 9:00 .
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $75000.00/yr.
Competitive compensation; excellent benefits package - including Medical, Dental and Vision on Day 1; Life and AD&D Insurance, and Short and Long-term Disability; Health and Flexible Saving Account options; Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation; paid Holidays; 401k
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.