Quality Control Analyst

**Job Description Summary**:
If you are a strong critical thinker, have great attention to detail, and a passion for life sciences then this might be the role for you. STEMCELL Technologies, Canada’s largest biotechnology company is looking for a Quality Control Analyst to join our Quality Control Microbiology team.

As a Quality Control Analyst, you will be part of a dynamic team performing environmental monitoring of cleanrooms, conducting and coordinating microbiological analysis of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products including data analysis and documentation. In this role you will work collaboratively with other departments and play a vital role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of our products and processes while working with the latest technology and products in the biotechnology field.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Environmental monitoring of controlled cleanrooms and laboratory areas, including data analysis and assisting with report preparation, including performing routine sampling and analysis of purified water system for bioburden and endotoxin
- Purchase and maintain inventory for laboratory supplies and other materials, including working with external contract laboratories and vendors to schedule testing requirements
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, document results according to good documentation practices and established procedures
- Assist in investigations, non-conformances and deviations as required, including writing and updating SOPs and test reports
- Variable shifts may be required to support manufacturing operations, including early starts, evening work, and occasional weekend work

**Knowledge and Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related discipline in life sciences (e.g., biochemistry, biology, biotechnology), with 1-2 years of relevant experience
- Experience with NCR reports/ investigations, and working with a quality management system (QMS)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with experience of documentation, writing reports, and writing SOPs
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Previous experience working in a cleanroom environment, familiarity with aseptic techniques, and familiarity with ISO and GMP regulations

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STEMCELL Technologies is a privately-owned biotechnology company based in Vancouver that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, ancillary reagents and contract assay services. We create novel, useful, standardized products of unfailing quality and deliver them to more than 70 countries via our many regional offices plus distribution centres in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble and Singapore. Driven by our love of science and our passion for quality, we see ourselves simply as “Scientists Helping Scientists” - standing by our customers to provide outstanding products, technical support and training. We have over 1000 science-oriented employees globally, including 250 PhDs/MScs, with most others holding a BSc or engineering degree. STEMCELL is proud to be the largest Biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact.

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

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