Associate, Quality Control Analytical

AstraZeneca is seeking an energetic and experienced individual with cell therapy quality control background to join our Quality Control (QC) team. The successful candidate will contribute to the advancement of our product pipeline by performing QC analytical method qualification, execute sample analysis and other assigned tasks. You will also independently organize and present results and conclusions. You will ensure that the QC Analytical laboratory is operating as expected.

Responsibilities:

• Perform flow cytometry, ELISA, cellular cytotoxicity, qPCR, and other analytical assays to enable the release testing and stability monitoring of cell therapy products and in-process samples.

• Support analytical method development, qualification, and technical transfer from Analytical Development

• Support analytical activities; Occasionally act as a subject matter expert in technical discussion, document review and investigation.

• Author and review analytical test results, technical documents including analytical study data summaries and reports, analytical method qualification protocols and reports, standard operating procedures (SOP).

• Perform other responsibilities as requested by supervisor/manager to support Quality.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree with two years or bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field is required.

• Experience in Cell or Gene Therapy

• Flexibility of occasionally working on the weekend or holidays to support lot release testing.

• Demonstrated ability to take ownership, initiative, and self-accountability.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, work, and organizational interfaces in a dynamic team setting.

• Attention to detail and quick learning/application of concepts and information.

• Knowledge of cell culture techniques and proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.

• Ability to communicate and work in a self-guided manner with scientific/technical personnel.

• Well versed in various analytical techniques such as Flow cytometry, qPCR, dPCR, cell-based potency and/or ELISA experience.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $54,856.80 - $82,285.20. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles).

Our Benefits:

Benefits offered include:

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.