Parse Biosciences-posted 3 months ago
$55,000 - $72,000/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Seattle, WA
101-250 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

As a Quality Control (QC) Associate I, you will work as part of the Quality Control team to test and verify that all raw materials and finished goods meet defined specifications for quality, consistency, and performance. In this role, you will test our manufactured products against established standards and release criteria, ensuring our customers receive high-quality, conforming reagents. We are looking for candidates who are highly self-motivated, eager to expand their technical expertise, and committed to their team's success in a fast-paced environment.

  • Execute Parse's Evercode fixation, whole transcriptome, and immune profiling protocols using established analytical chemistry and genomics techniques such as pipetting, PCR, ELISA, DNA/RNA extraction, bead cleanup, cell counting, quantification, and next-generation sequencing (NGS).
  • Follow all established policies, procedures, and practices, including Parse's safety requirements, Parse's Quality System, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), etc.
  • Select, receive, and store QC aliquots in order to maintain chain of custody and to help process materials in a safe, compliant, and expeditious manner.
  • Identify potential or suspected nonconformities to prevent unintended use or delivery of products, escalating issues to area management.
  • Contribute to cross-functional Quality investigations and continuous improvement initiatives. Assist in root cause analyses (RCA) and implementation of proposed corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Assist in writing and revising standard operating procedures, test methods, and batch records consistent with established document management guidelines.
  • Participate in the review of test results and disposition of finished goods.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks including cleaning and calibrating equipment, culturing cells, creating inventory requisitions, and organizing inventory and freezers.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related biological sciences.
  • A minimum of 6 months of professional experience performing molecular biology techniques such as PCR, ELISA, DNA/RNA extractions, bead cleanups, cell counting and quantification assays.
  • Preferred experience includes NGS library preparation, single-cell library preparation, or experience in a medium to high volume GxP environment is preferred.
  • A highly methodical and detail-oriented individual with the ability to follow detailed, multi-step, time-sensitive procedures with accuracy and precision.
  • Enthusiasm for contributing in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment, with a strong sense of ownership in meeting assigned goals and delivering timely, high-quality results.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and Rx (prescription) coverage beginning on the 1st day of the month following your start date. Parse covers 90% of the monthly premiums for employees, and 60% for dependents.
  • A 401(k) program with no waiting period to participate.
  • Basic life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage. Monthly premiums for both are covered at 100% by Parse.
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) options for medical, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
  • A transportation program (Seattle only).
  • New hire equity grants.
  • 12 paid holidays annually.
  • A generous time off policy.
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