Quality Lab Analyst I

Baxter•Marion, NC

About The Position

The Quality Lab Analyst I performs microbiological testing independently and owns defined laboratory, documentation, and verification tasks that support data integrity, contamination control, and investigation readiness. The role is part of Baxter’s Quality organization, which supports products shipped worldwide and prioritizes product quality and patient needs. The analyst performs assigned laboratory workflows, completes required checks, supports and owns investigation records, helps maintain procedures and documentation, and trains Quality Laboratory Technicians on assigned tasks. The position also requires recognizing and escalating out-of-limit results, contamination risks, and other quality concerns. Overtime is worked as required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, Biology, or a related science and at least 1 year of microbial laboratory experience, or 5+ years of microbiology laboratory experience with completion of an approved training curriculum and demonstrated technical mastery appropriate to the level.
Demonstrated technical proficiency in routine microbiological testing and laboratory workflows applicable to the assigned sub-department (BB, EM, ID, PM, or Lysate).
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in data, documentation, or execution.
Working knowledge of aseptic technique, contamination control principles, and cleanroom behaviors.
Ability to accurately complete required verifications, such as media checks and 200% verification steps.
Proficiency in laboratory data systems such as LIMS and TrackWise or equivalent.
Ability to manage multiple assigned tasks and meet timelines in a regulated environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with peers and supervisors.
Ability to recognize and appropriately escalate out-of-limit results, potential contamination risks, or quality concerns.
Willingness and ability to learn new methods, equipment, and procedures.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Perform microbiological testing independently across assigned laboratory areas.
Own assigned tasks such as media preparation, expiration checks, GPT, EM route execution, inventory, and housekeeping.
Complete required verifications, including 200% checks, media release, and EM data checks.
Initiate microbial OOL notifications and documentation.
Support investigations through checklist completion and provision of data.
Own EMW and NCR investigation records.
Participate in internal audits, safety inspections, and cleanroom assessments.
Support SOP updates and document changes.
Train Quality Laboratory Technicians on assigned tasks.
Enforce contamination control practices within owned tasks.
Identify and escalate emerging contamination risks.
Work overtime as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
160 hours of paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) match.
Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Educational assistance programs.
Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
Family and medical leaves of absence.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Childcare benefits.