AVS Bio Senior QC Technician

Senior QC Technician

Put Your Laboratory Expertise to Work Advancing Life-Changing Biologics and Diagnostic Science!

Job Title: Senior QC Technician
Location: Storrs, CT (On-Site)
Industry: Life Sciences / Biologics / Diagnostic Laboratory
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Quality Control
Salary: Depending on experience

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior QC Technician to support advanced diagnostic testing and biologics programs within a specialized Life Sciences environment. This hands-on laboratory position combines serological testing, molecular techniques, primary cell culture, and quality control activities that directly contribute to the reliability and integrity of critical biological products and diagnostic services.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled laboratory professional who enjoys working independently, solving complex technical challenges, and mentoring others. You'll play an important role in maintaining high-quality testing operations while collaborating with scientific, quality, and operational teams in a technically challenging environment.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Perform routine and specialized serological testing, including ELISA, Hemagglutination Inhibition (HI), Serum Neutralization (SN), and Agar Gel Precipitation (AGP) assays.
• Prepare and qualify positive and negative control materials, document testing results, and identify out-of-specification findings.
• Support the validation and qualification of new serological testing methods and reagents.
• Prepare, qualify, and maintain primary cell cultures used in diagnostic testing.
• Propagate and maintain continuous cell lines and primary cells, including monitoring cell viability, morphology, and overall culture performance.
• Troubleshoot cell culture challenges, investigate performance issues, and document corrective actions.
• Prepare tissue culture reagents and maintain sterile techniques to prevent contamination.
• Receive, log, process, and manage diagnostic specimens in accordance with biosafety and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, testing documentation, electronic records, and regulatory information.
• Assist with laboratory reporting and communicate testing results to internal stakeholders.
• Perform laboratory activities in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and applicable biosafety requirements.
• Participate in internal audits, regulatory inspections, deviation investigations, and corrective action activities.
• Support the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality documentation.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to Associate QC Technicians and junior laboratory personnel.
• Collaborate with Research & Development, Quality Assurance, and Operations teams to support testing schedules and scientific objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory processes, testing reliability, documentation accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:
Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements:

• Master's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Immunology, or a closely related field with at least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related biological science with at least 4 years of hands-on laboratory experience in a diagnostic, clinical, or research setting.
• Associate's degree with at least 6 years of progressive biological laboratory experience demonstrating increasing responsibility.

Required Technical Qualifications:

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with primary cell culture and tissue culture techniques, including cell propagation, maintenance, and quality assessment.
• Experience performing serological assays, including ELISA, HI, SN, and AGP.
• Experience with molecular testing techniques, including PCR and qPCR.
• Familiarity with BSL-2 biosafety practices and laboratory safety requirements.
• Proficiency with standard laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and testing procedures.
• Strong laboratory documentation, data analysis, and recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot technical issues and exercise sound scientific judgment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple testing activities and competing priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience training or mentoring junior laboratory personnel.
• Commitment to scientific accuracy, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a biologics, diagnostic laboratory, clinical testing, or regulated Life Sciences environment.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or electronic laboratory record systems.
• Familiarity with GLP, GMP, quality management systems, and laboratory regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting assay validation, method qualification, or laboratory process improvements.
• Previous involvement in laboratory audits, deviation investigations, root cause analysis, or corrective action activities.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional scientific, quality, and operational teams.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological materials, chemical reagents, and live pathogens at BSL-2 or higher.
• Follow established laboratory safety protocols and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive laboratory tasks requiring fine motor skills.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Flexibility to support testing schedules, including occasional weekend or off-hours work as needed.

Why Join Our Mission:

• Make a meaningful impact in a specialized Life Sciences environment supporting critical biologics and diagnostic testing.
• Put your expertise in serology, molecular testing, and cell culture to work on scientifically challenging laboratory programs.
• Take ownership of complex testing activities while contributing directly to laboratory quality and reliability.
• Work alongside experienced scientists and quality professionals in a collaborative, technically focused environment.
• Expand your technical expertise through exposure to diverse diagnostic methods, biological testing platforms, and quality systems.
• Share your knowledge and help develop the next generation of laboratory professionals through hands-on mentorship.
• Build your career in an organization where scientific precision, innovation, and quality directly support important biological research and product development.

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