FreenomeQuality Control Specialist I (Contractor)
Freenome is hiring a Quality Control Specialist I (Contractor) in Brisbane, Australia. Level rates it ; you can apply on Freenome.
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- On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Level classifies it as a junior role.
- Level lists 29 other open roles at Freenome.
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Perform reagent quality control testing, documentation, and data trending for NGS laboratory operations in Brisbane, CA.
About this opportunity:
At Freenome, we are seeking a Quality Control Specialist I to help grow the Quality Control team within the Lab Operations Department. The ideal candidate is experienced in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflows, detail-orientated, and familiar working within a CLIA laboratory setting. This person will perform reagent quality control testing, author and maintain documentation, support method tech transfer, and perform tracking and trending of QC data. You are passionate about contributing to developing life-saving diagnostics through early cancer detection, and you will have a significant impact on the continued growth of an organization dedicated to changing the entire landscape of cancer.
The role reports to the Quality Control Supervisor. This role will be an onsite role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.
What you’ll do:
- Perform reagent quality control testing per Standard Operating Procedures
- Author, review, and maintain documentation, such as Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, QC Records and Forms for regulatory compliance
- Initiate non-conformances for any process deviations or reagent quality control failures
- Participate in the investigation of reagent and consumable quality issues
- Record, analyze, and trend QC data using good documentation practices
- Support the tech transfer and validation of QC test methods to GMP standards
- Build and maintain strong knowledge of fundamentals and regulatory requirements applicable to laboratory operations and quality control
Must haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Bioengineering or similar field
- Ability to follow written procedures and work in a regulated environment
- Ability to complete documentation in an accurate and timely manner in order to maintain regulatory compliance
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills in order to work in a highly cross-functional environment
Nice to haves:
- Experience with performing routine laboratory equipment maintenance
- Hands-on experience with automated liquid handlers (e.g., Hamilton, Bravo)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Additional information:
Contractors may be hired through a third-party provider and will be considered contingent workers. We invite you to check out our career page @ freenome.com/job-openings/ for additional company information.
Freenome is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
- Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
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How we rate this
Quality Control Specialist I (Contractor) at Freenome rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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- Tell me about a project where next generation sequencing was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where laboratory operations was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where quality control was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where gmp was part of your work. What did you do?
- Walk me through how you've used Microsoft Excel in your day-to-day work.
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