QA Associate - Laboratory

Montrose Environmental Group•Richmond, VA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

We build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. As a QA Associate, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a scientific field, or a combination of education, training, and experience.
1+ years of relevant experience working in a laboratory or quality assurance role (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of scientific terminology, analytical laboratory procedures, and lab safety.
Understanding of physical and chemical principles underlying why procedures are specified the way they are for each method with which they work.
Good written and verbal communication, with sharp editorial and proofreading abilities.
Ability to collaborate with lab teams to gather, interpret, and document data.
Good organization, time management, and communication skills and able to facilitate priorities in an effective manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint).
Experience with LIMS.
Proficiency using and data visualization tools for reports and graphs.
Conflict resolution skills and removes/breakdowns organizational communication barriers.
Assertion skills-problem diagnosis, assess corrective action, not blame.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure.
A team player who can work independently and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with TNI 2016, ISO 17025 standards, GDP, CAPA, or RCA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Track or perform verifications of laboratory supply equipment to ensure operational reliability per SOP and manufacturer specifications.
Perform daily/weekly reviews of appropriate logbooks, bench sheets, or data for Good Documentation Practices (GDP) compliance.
Initiate and address non-conformances for corrective actions.
Collect and interpret quality control data, create control charts, and audit sample reports to track lab performance and identify trends.
Track CAPA and perform or assist with Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
Conduct routine internal audits of laboratory processes, documentation, and facilities.
Prepare audit checklists, reports, and follow-up on findings.
Accurate and timely communication with internal and external clients.
Draft, review, and/or revise SOPs, work instructions, forms, or other controlled documents.
Review and enter Proficiency Testing (PT) data and results.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Develop and deliver in-laboratory GDP, ethics, data integrity, safety, and technical training.
Maintain training records and competency assessments.
Archive documents in accordance with SOPs.
Review laboratory data, workflows, and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with TNI 2016, ISO 17025, client requirements, and our robust quality system.
Support external audits.
Communicating relevant updates to applicable people in a timely manner.
Adhere to documented quality manual, policies, and health and safety practices and protocols (i.e., use of PPE, chemical hygiene, and waste handling).
Take on additional duties and responsibilities as needed to support our dynamic lab team.