Quality Control Technician
Element Biosciences
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Technician who will play a pivotal role in ensuring consumable components of our product work as expected. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about next generation sequencing. We are looking for candidates with analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities to perform quality work with high attention to detail. Experience with Microsoft Office is a must. This role will report to the Supervisor and will be a San Diego based role.
Job description
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform routine analytical, biochemical, and molecular biology assays to support release, characterization and testing of raw materials, production intermediates, and finished goods
- Analysis of data generated by functional assays
- Assist with projects around QC process improvements and qualification of changes
- Assist with ensuring maintenance of equipment is completed
- May participate in revising and updating work instructions and supporting documentation
- May participate in lab execution of experiments for technical support of production testing including OOS (out of specification) and NC (non-conformance) investigations, root cause analysis
Education and Experience
- Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years or previous related experience; 2-4 years of appropriate lab/industry experience may substitute for a degree
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is essential
- Cross-functional collaboration, soft influence, written and verbal communication skills
- Molecular biology laboratory skills such as multichannel pipetting, measuring mass and volume, etc
- Ability to author and revise work instructions and perform molecular biology assays with guidance
- Ability to respond quickly to shifting priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a cross-functional group environment
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds
- Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
- Position requires handling of chemicals
- Candidates are required to follow the safety protocols and be familiar with personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the laboratory environment
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years or previous related experience; 2-4 years of appropriate lab/industry experience may substitute for a degree
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is essential
- Cross-functional collaboration, soft influence, written and verbal communication skills
- Molecular biology laboratory skills such as multichannel pipetting, measuring mass and volume, etc
- Ability to author and revise work instructions and perform molecular biology assays with guidance
- Ability to respond quickly to shifting priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a cross-functional group environment
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds
- Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
- Position requires handling of chemicals
- Candidates are required to follow the safety protocols and be familiar with personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the laboratory environment
Benefits
- Stock Options
- Discretionary Annual Bonus
- No Cost Health Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Flexible PTO
Company overview
Element Biosciences is a pioneering life science company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, with a mission to democratize access to advanced biological tools and drive impactful discoveries for humanity. The company specializes in developing disruptive DNA sequencing and multi-omics technologies for research markets, focusing on innovating every fundamental element of biological assay systems. Element's flagship products include the AVITI benchtop DNA sequencer and the revolutionary AVITI24 platform, which represents the first instrument to combine state-of-the-art sequencing with cyto-profiling capabilities in a single integrated biology system. This enables simultaneous examination of DNA, RNA, proteins, phosphoproteins, and cell structure within single cells, providing researchers with unprecedented insights into biological systems. The company has raised over $680 million in funding, including a $277 million Series D round in 2024, and has grown its customer base to include leading academic institutions, biotech companies, and research organizations across more than 25 countries. Element's technology is designed to deliver affordable, high-quality data with improved user experience, accelerating scientific discoveries and making precision medicine more accessible to the global research community.