QC Associate II (P-4985)

As a QC Associate II, you will be responsible for inspecting raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods. The role includes biological reagent, consumable testing plus instrumental quality control tasks. In addition to ensuring a reliable supply of quality products, you will be a key contributor to the development of manufacturing infrastructure required to support commercial products in the life science field. Success in this position requires strong initiative, adaptability, and teamwork within a fast-paced life sciences environment.

What you will be doing:

• Conduct quality control testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products according to established procedures.

• Perform molecular biology techniques, including PCR, next-generation sequencing, microscopy, cell and tissue based assays, and HPLC.

• Participate in instrument QC workflows, including training to work with mechanical stages and read technical drawings and first article inspection report.

• Accurately follow work instructions and standard operating procedures, while proactively identifying and reporting discrepancies.

• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records, including QC batch files and Receiving Inspection Reports, in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.

• Efficiently communicate complications identified during QC testing and collaborate with engineers and scientists to resolve issues.

• Initiate non-conformance, deviation reports, engineering change orders (ECO) and follow up on necessary action items. Ensure that lab operations and workflow execution are compliant with ISO requirements. Drive completion of investigations and minimize disruptions to QC operations.

• Assist in root cause investigations for non-conforming lots and contribute to continual improvement efforts.

• Support process and product development activities, including process optimization, guard band and stability studies, and gauge R&R.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.

• 3 years of relevant laboratory experience in manufacturing and QC of life science products (e.g., PCR, NGS, protein analysis, HPLC).

• Willingness to rotate through various laboratory and administrative tasks and ability to prioritize workload, and adhere to deadlines.

• Proficiency in data entry using tools such as Excel, Oracle ERP and LIMS.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to quality.

• Effective communication and observational skills.

• Excellent critical and logical thinking skills to analyze and troubleshoot issues.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g. Retool, Tableau, GitHub, Snowflake)

• Extensive hands-on experience working within an ISO 13485 manufacturing environment.

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Below is the base pay range for this full-time position. The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience. At 10x, base pay is also just one component of the Company’s total compensation package. This role is also eligible for 10x’s equity grants, its comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs, and its annual bonus program or sales incentive program. During the hiring process, your 10x recruiter can share more about the Company’s total compensation package.

Hourly
$31.78—$43.03 USD

About 10x Genomics

At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.

We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.

Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.

Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.