QC Analyst I

McKinney Specialty Labs • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

About McKinney Specialty Labs McKinney Specialty Labs is a leading provider of analytical and in vitro toxicology testing services, specializing in a diverse array of nicotine-containing products. With a portfolio of over 300 validated scientific methods and cutting-edge aerosol generation capabilities, we deliver best-in-class product testing and global regulatory science solutions. Backed by decades of industry experience, our scientists are not only experts in nicotine product testing but also thought leaders who actively contribute to the development of industry standards. Our commitment to scientific excellence ensures we meet and exceed the evolving demands of global regulatory requirements for nicotine products. Operating from our state-of-the-art facility in Richmond, Virginia, we are proud to offer our clients services rooted in our core values: Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Respect. At McKinney Specialty Labs, we’re not just shaping the future of nicotine product testing — we’re building a workplace where talented professionals thrive. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options. To learn more, please visit our company website: https://mckinneysl.com/ Position Overview: The QC Analyst I will perform project data review with the goal of assuring completeness of documentation and assuring data quality and accuracy. They will be competent operating within the laboratory’s Quality Management System (QMS). They will have read the methods for the assays they review and be familiar with the laboratory procedures for those methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field preferred
• Previous experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.
• Good working knowledge of scientific terminology, analytical laboratory procedures, and/or research concepts
• Good knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, table and graph generation and use of applicable computer software

Nice To Haves

• Ability to collaborate with lab team members to gather, interpret and consolidate data, generate documentation and reporting, review data and information for presentation and review
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Time management skills
• Good editorial and proofreading skills
• Good problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Review of project data to ensure documentation is complete and laboratory activities were performed in compliance with the requirements of the quality management system for McKinney Specialty Labs (McKinney SL), the reference method, and the customers’ requirements.
• Write and edit basic to moderately complex analytical reports for submission to clients and regulatory authorities.
• Collect and interpret data whose intent is to track laboratory quality control data trends or to document the lab’s performance (control charts, proficiency sample data)
• Read quotes and protocols for product testing to ensure requirements for testing and data reporting were met
• Communicate with laboratory Group Leaders and Technical Management to resolve deficiencies or discrepancies in project documentation
• Comply with McKinney Specialty Labs’ Quality Assurance Program and other policies
• Comply with McKinney Specialty Labs’ Health and Safety Plan
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level