Description

Are you a problem-solver? A collaborator? Ready to tackle the world of infectious diseases? InBios is looking for people who value a sense of community, cooperation and camaraderie with a shared vision of delivering impactful solutions to those affected by infectious diseases. At InBios, your ideas are valued, your voice is heard, your accomplishments are celebrated.

ABOUT INBIOS

InBios International Inc. specializes in the design, development and manufacture of diagnostic assays for emerging infectious diseases and biothreats. Founded in 1996 in Seattle, WA, InBios is dedicated to delivering superior quality products that are accurate, easy to use and cost effective. We have a portfolio of more than 25 diagnostic products, as well as an extensive catalog of life science reagents. For more information, visit www.inbios.com.

Our primary location is in the dynamic neighborhood of South Lake Union in a state-of-the-art biotech facility, and our secondary location is in the SODO neighborhood with newly remodeled lab and office space in an historic building next to Lumen Field. We also have a stand-alone storage and office facility that is a short walk from our primary location. InBios offers competitive wages and a rich benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), and performance-based rewards. InBios is committed to work/life balance and provides paid vacation and sick time, including a weeklong, paid shutdown in December.

ABOUT YOU

You are looking for a new job working with a dedicated and reliable team of quality control professionals. You are a meticulous individual who thrives in an environment with demanding attention to detail; and you take pride in meeting deadlines, using your critical thinking skills, and working with your team and other teams to ensure top quality products are delivered. You have a warm and welcoming attitude and outlook as you approach each workday. If this describes you and the kind of team and work environment you are seeking, we encourage you to apply.

Experience and knowledge needed to be successful in this position

• BS or MS in Bioengineering, Chemistry, Biology or other relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 1 year laboratory experience.
• Ability to take ownership of QC goals and projects with excellent attention to detail and the ability to be flexible and to multi-task.
• Ability to interact constructively with co-workers, with excellent verbal & written communication skills a must.
• Experience using MS Word and Excel.

Additional preferred experience and knowledge (not required for employment consideration)

• Experience running PCR, ELISAs, and/or rapid tests preferred.
• Data analysis experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot assays preferred.

Job duties include

• Routine testing and data analysis for in-process, release, and stability testing of PCR, ELISA, and rapid test kits.
• Design and perform basic troubleshooting experiments, as they pertain to Manufacturing. 
• Perform shipment checks, label inspections, and bacterial contamination testing.
• Identify and document process deviations as they occur in manufacturing and QC.
• Revise and review manufacturing and quality related standard operating procedures (SOPs). 

Work environment information

Position responsibilities include work in a Biosafety Level 2 lab (BSL-2) and a humidity-controlled environment.

Wage/Benefits information

Position Pay Range: $25.00 - $31.00 per hour. Starting wage offered will depend upon relevant experience and qualifications of selected candidate. 

Employees (and their families) are able to enroll in medical, dental, vision insurance, as well as voluntarily opt in for supplemental life, critical illness, and/or accident insurance. Employees are covered by basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k and/or Roth IRA retirement savings plans and Flexible Savings Account (FSA). Employees accrue 2-weeks of paid vacation per year and a total of eleven paid holidays throughout the year, which includes the holiday observance of winter break at year end (the workdays between Christmas Day and New Year's Day).