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Our cell culture products and services fuel today’s therapies and tomorrow’s innovations.\nCell culture media is a critical raw material used in the development of cell-based projects. As the Cell Performance Company™, we are the leading provider of custom cell growth media, tools, and technologies that support every stage of development from research through commercialization. We are committed to delivering premium products and services through a transparent, consistent, and proven supply chain that eliminates variability.\nJOB SUMMARY:\nNucleus Biologics™, The Cell Performance Company™, is the leading provider of custom cell-growth media, tools, and technologies for cell and gene therapy. Our mission is to speed the time from scientific discovery to cure by delivering innovative, transparent and cGMP products and services with the goal of disrupting the market and eliminating antiquated practices and products. We have multiple state-of-the-art facilities where we manufacture our products.\nThe QC Analyst I is responsible for executing routine quality control activities, including in-house environmental monitoring (static and dynamic) and water testing, in-process quality monitoring during manufacturing events and incoming quality inspections. This role ensures compliance with applicable regulations and internal quality standards while supporting laboratory operations, data entry and trending, and inventory management. The QC Analyst I will also contribute to maintaining an efficient and compliant QC laboratory through the execution of daily and weekly tasks.\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nEnvironmental Monitoring & Water Testing\nPerform routine environmental monitoring of classified and non-classified areas (air, surface, and personnel).\nPerform personnel and environment monitoring during manufacturing runs.\nConduct high-purity water testing in accordance with USP and other applicable standards.\nQuality Control Testing\nConduct testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to verify compliance with product specifications and regulatory requirements. Testing may include:\nFTIR, Raman (Identity Testing); training provided\nUSP compendial released testing (i.e. pH, Osmolality, Density, and Appearance)\n\nSupport investigations of deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and non-conformances, including documenting findings in accordance with established procedures.\nSupport internal quality metrics reporting and participate in process improvement activities.\nComplete, archive and maintain raw material specification packets\n\nLaboratory Operations & Compliance\nMay operate and/or assist with maintaining laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, microscopes, and endotoxin readers.\nMaintain accurate, complete, and compliant documentation of all QC activities, testing, analyses, and laboratory activities.\nMay assist with preparing and reviewing SOPs, test methods, protocols, and reports.\nSupport internal and external audits and follow laboratory practices aligned with cGMP and ISO 9001/13485 requirements.\nAssist with maintaining optimal inventory levels of reagents, media, and consumables.\nEnsure cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness of the QC laboratory.\nSupport qualification and preventive maintenance activities for lab equipment.\n\nREQUIREMENTS:\nBachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field is preferred. A combination of education and/or relevant job experience may be considered.\n1-3 years of experience in a QC laboratory within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related regulated industry. Relevant cGMP laboratory internships may be considered.\nCleanroom and gowning experience in ISO Class 7/8 areas required\nExperience with environmental/personnel monitoring, water testing, or microbiological/chemical testing methodologies preferred; training provided.\nFamiliarity with USP and cGMP requirements; exposure to ISO 9001/13485 a plus.\nStrong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry and basic trending; experience with LIMS or similar QC systems a plus.\nExcellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.\n\nADDITIONAL SKILLS:\n·Ability to prioritize daily and weekly tasks and meet assigned deadlines\n·Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain productive working relationships\n·Strong attention to detail and process mindset\n·Ability to follow established procedures and escalate issues appropriately\n·Excellent verbal and written communication skills.\n·Familiarity with statistical process control methods a plus.\n\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\n·Ability to hear and speak to employees and external associates on the phone and in person.\n·Ability to see the letters and numbers on a personal computer screen and on memos, reports and other documents (near vision)\n·Ability to wear full cleanroom gowning in accordance with ISO 7 and 8 requirements\n·Ability to walk and/or drive between buildings on campus, up to .3 miles for San Diego based positions\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n·None\nNOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required by all incumbents. Incumbents may perform other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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