Associate Scientist

Job Title: QC Analytical Associate

Job Description

As a QC Analytical Associate I, you will perform vital testing to develop methods for flow cytometry and analysis. Your role involves conducting cell culture and cell counting to ensure quality control, assisting in the analysis of flow methods, and engaging in complexity testing. You will provide valuable input to improve workflow and laboratory activities, as well as offer training and some oversight to new team members. This is a 2nd shift position from Tuesday to Saturday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Execute company and client test methods and procedures to ensure the safety and efficacy of cellular products.
• Perform maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment, including routine start-ups and shutdowns.
• Test, document, and report results following CGMP and GTP guidelines.
• Organize the lab and manage supplies efficiently.
• Clean laboratory equipment such as incubators, refrigerators, and freezers per SOP.
• Assist in equipment and method qualification/validation activities.
• Crosstrain in methods for multiple clients to improve lab efficiency.
• Upload data in real time to shared drive or client SharePoint sites.
• Prepare reagents and media.
• Respond to equipment alarms in the Linc Alarm Report system.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment and investigate test result deviations.
• Initiate and prepare deviation reports and brainstorm corrective actions.
• Document training and manage shipping of test samples to contract laboratories.
• Complete all documentation according to SOPs in compliance with CGMP and GDP.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, departments, management, and clients.
• Train and assist other Quality Control technicians.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in the Sciences
• 1 year of experience performing flow cytometry assays and endotoxin testing.
• 1 year of GMP cell culture experience.
• Experience with test methodologies in a quality control setting.
• Experience in microbiology test methods and use of necessary equipment.

Work Environment

You will be part of the Analytical Team, working in an aseptic quality environment. The position requires flexibility as work may be affected by delays in cell and gene therapy processes. Initial training will be from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The work involves electronic-based methods and SOPs, with paper-based testing and documentation. The morning shift will prepare the lab, set up equipment, and perform controls to ensure samples can be processed immediately upon arrival.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allendale, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $31.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Allendale,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

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Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $30 - $31