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Quality Control Analyst II - Microbiology

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company, Norton, MA, United States


Title: Quality Control Analyst II - Microbiology

Job ID: NORT000031

Location: Norton, MA - 02766

Duration: 07 months contract (+Possibility of extension)

WEEKEND SHIFT

- Fri to Mon, 4x10 - 8 hour shift

Overview

The Quality Control Operations (QCO) Analyst II Contractor supports maintaining high standards of quality and compliance from development through commercialization. The role includes performing routine and non-routine testing, participating in data trending, investigations, and lab operations, and supporting method transfers, qualification/validation, verification, and implementation. This position enhances QC efficiency and effectiveness.

This is an onsite role in Norton, MA, with occasional responsibilities at other locations. Weekend coverage is required. First shift, Friday-Monday (4 x 10 hours), with initial Monday-Friday training.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine
on-routine analytical (HPLC/UPLC) and/or microbiological assays for raw materials, in-process samples, product release, and stability studies following SOPs

Support weekend lab operations and maintain training records

Assist in lab equipment and inventory maintenance, including reagent and sample prep

Review data timely and qualify as a data reviewer

Perform operational assignments (raw material processes, environmental monitoring, in-process testing)

Contribute to updating controlled documents (SOPs, work instructions, test methods)

Follow internal policies, SOPs, and regulatory standards (GMP, GLP, ICH)

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration

Support regulatory submissions, inspection readiness, and audits

Qualifications

B.S. in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or related field

4-8 years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience in GMP QC or equivalent

Experience in method transfer/implementation; understanding of method lifecycle management preferred

Strong technical writing, data analysis, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Excellent communication and teamwork

Proficiency in LabWare LIMS, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint preferred

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