Quality Control Specialist II

At Vericel Corporation, we are pioneers in advanced cell therapies for sports medicine and severe burn care, transforming patient lives through cutting-edge regenerative medicine. Our commitment to innovation, patient-centered focus, and scientific excellence drives us to develop groundbreaking treatments including MACI (knee cartilage repair), Epicel and Nexobrid (burn care). 

Position Summary: 

The focus of the position is to manage investigations, respond to and drive audit commitments, change controls and assist with procedural improvements within associated timelines. This position will also perform routine release testing and environmental monitoring when needed. 

Schedule: As a company that thrives on teamwork and collaboration, this role will be required to work Monday-Friday onsite.

Position Scope: 

• Daily management of compliance commitments including driving the implementation of internal commitments, managing deviation investigations, and working cross functionally to support on time release of product. 
• Coordinate, compile and present assay metric data for Quality Control.
• Coordinate, compile and write Environmental Monitoring trend reports.
• Manage quality project assignments through the Change Control and Risk Assessment process from evaluation of an initial proposal through approval, implementation, closure, and effectiveness review.
• Perform routine testing and environmental monitoring when needed.
• Assist with the progress of Trackwise deviations and CAPA management for applicable process deviations with the quality team and cross functional colleagues in Manufacturing and RA on investigations, root cause analysis and resolution.
• Perform RCA, analyst interviews, impact assessments, and data gathering for Trackwise events.
• Write and manage Laboratory Investigations; requesting assistance from internal teams when necessary.
• Communicate and interface with internal and external customers, including audit agencies when required.
• Proactively seeks to affect change to provide an inspection readiness state and reduce the number of observations identified during audits/inspections conducted.
• Assist with the development and implementation of corporate objectives for QC including but not limited to new electronic data systems like LIMS.

Qualifications: 

• HS Diploma, 6 years’ industry experience in cGMP lab environment, or equivalent.
• AS/BS/MS degree in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a related discipline. AS, 4-5 years’ industry experience. BS, 3 years’ industry experience. MS, 1 years’ industry experience in cGMP lab environment, or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Rotating holiday coverage, as well as weekend support as needed. 
• May carry company issued cell phone for off-shift remote alarm coverage.
• Required to gown into classified manufacturing ISO 7 clean room areas.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to present technical data.
• Ability to lead and work independently on projects.
• Experience writing Standard Operating Procedures.
• Scientific technical writing ability including authoring and writing technical reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with microbiological testing, biological assays, or environmental monitoring.

Why Vericel? 

• Cutting-Edge Science: Work with a leading regenerative medicine product that is transforming patient care.
• Career Growth: Be a part of a growing organization with opportunities to expand your impact.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving lives.

The hourly wage range Vericel reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting is $36.78 to $44.01 per hour.

The actual salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills. Bonus, incentive pay, equity and benefits may be provided in addition to the base compensation listed above.

In accordance with Massachusetts law, Vericel provides the pay range that it reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for a particular and specific employment position at the time of posting or offer. This range is subject to change based on business needs, market conditions, and individual qualifications. Employees and applicants may request the pay range for their position or for a position to which they are applying. Retaliation for making such a request is strictly prohibited.

EEO Statement

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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