QC Technologist

Abbott Laboratories • Gretna, LA

2d • $17 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The QC Technologist position is located within Abbott’s SAMHSA‑certified Toxicology Laboratory in Gretna, LA. The individual in this role will be responsible for preparing calibrators and controls, performing annual verifications, assisting in method development and QC review, and other duties for which the individual is qualified on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• BS in a science field or 5+ years of relevant laboratory experience
• Previous experience in extraction and first review
• Previous experience processing data associated with GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS (using MultiQuant)

Nice To Haves

• Advanced understanding of: Analytical techniques and procedures
• Laboratory instrumentation
• GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS data review
• R&D requirements for SAMHSA, CAP‑FDT, and relevant regulatory bodies
• Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and related systems
• Strong communication skills with Supervisory staff; ability to maintain written communication records
• Ability to present data neatly and in an organized fashion
• Ability to detect chromatographic issues and suggest or implement corrective actions

Responsibilities

• Preparation and verification of calibrators, controls, internal standards, and annual verification samples.
• Complete preparation and verification activities promptly based on inventory and expiration dates.
• Ensure full compliance with current SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• First review and data entry of chromatographic data from annual verifications and QC (LC / GC / Screening) verifications.
• Complete all associated paperwork to properly document verification assessments.
• Must meet SAMHSA and CAP‑FDT criteria.
• Update and review QC in the BioRad Unity Program.
• Maintain documentation for validation assessments and written communication with the Responsible Person.
• Ensure compliance with current SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to all security procedures to protect the confidentiality of donor and proprietary method information.
• Follow all current SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines.

Benefits

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What This Job Offers

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