Quality Control Analyst, I

Vericel Corporation-posted 9 months ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Cambridge, MA

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

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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). The Quality Control Analyst I is responsible for performing routine testing of raw materials, in-process, drug product (DP) and stability samples within the QC laboratory in accordance with SOPs for product release and validation.

Perform routine QC testing for raw materials, in-process, DP, and stability samples using equipment such as balances, pipettes, pH meter, UV/Visible spectrophotometer, plate reader, etc. in accordance with SOPs and cGMP guidelines.
Perform cell culture microbial and/or molecular assays.
Perform routine Environmental Monitoring and utilities testing.
Perform microbial limits, Bioburden testing, and identifying and trending microorganisms.
Lab support including but not limited to glass washing, autoclaving, etc.
Assist in the review of QC data and provide summaries to management as needed.
Report out-of-specification or out-of-trend results in a timely manner to ensure appropriate actions are taken.
Performance of QC general laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance, laboratory housekeeping and preparation of the laboratory for audits.
Participate in transfer methods from support groups to the QC laboratory.
Coordinate departmental systems (i.e. inventory, documentation, equipment maintenance).
Communicate inter-departmentally and with outside contacts to solve technical issues.
Exercise sound judgment and decision making when problem solving.
Author and conduct periodic review to QC documents, including SOPs, protocols and forms as needed.
Initiate deviations and lab investigations as needed.
Practice safe work habits and adheres to Vericel's safety procedures and guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.

HS Diploma with 4+ years' industry experience in cGMP lab environment, or
Associate's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a related discipline plus 2-4 years' industry experience or
Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years' industry experience in cGMP lab environment
Basic working knowledge of cGMP regulations
Proficiency in Outlook, MS Word, Excel and lab based data management systems (LIMs) preferred.
Ability to lift 40 lbs.
Required to work one day per weekend.
Ability to work rotating holiday coverage.
Required to gown into classified manufacturing ISO 7 clean room areas.

Experience with microbiological testing or environmental monitoring preferred.
Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical or other regulated industry preferred.

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.

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