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Qc Entomology Analyst Jobs
Company | Valent BioSciences, LLC |
Address | , Osage, 50461, Ia |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Expires | 2023-06-10 |
Posted at | 1 year ago |
Job Summary and Key Objectives
This position is responsible for testing of in-process and final product for Valent BioSciences, LLC. The individual will be responsible for scheduling the insects for testing purposes as well as maintaining and ensuring the availability of materials needed for testing. The individual must adhere to testing schedules to accomplish a high volume of critical work without compromising the integrity of the results while meeting the scheduling needs of manufacturing. Good documentation practices and well as the ability to follow and comprehend a written procedure is a requirement.
Shift Available: 4- 10 Hour Days Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday (Early AM start)
Essential Functions
- Daily, weekly and monthly cleaning as required.
- Troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation and administer simple repairs as needed.
- Completion of test records and data entry.
- Bioassay testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished goods.
- Cleaning, calibration and maintenance of lab equipment and instrumentation.
- Perform calculation and evaluation of insect bioassay results based on probit analysis utilizing Microsoft Excel and a specified statistical analysis program.
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) testing in accordance to regulations.
Responsibilities (ISO 17025)
- Notify supervisor if facility and environmental conditions are not suitable for lab activities.
- Identify and report deviations/nonconforming work and participate in corrective/preventive actions as needed.
- Follow standard test methods and other work instructions and document quality activities as required. This includes handling of samples and performing analyses.
- Maintains and standardize equipment.
- Responsible for supporting the Quality Manual and associated QMS documents.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities in the laboratory.
- Comply with the QMS in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 standard.
Authorities (ISO 17025)
- Submit QMS documents for changes, updates and/or improvements.
- Authorized to analyze, review and report test results in the Laboratory Information Management System.
- Authorized to perform specific test work according to documented training and competency.
- Authorized to participate in modification, verification and validation of test methods.
- Operate specific equipment as needed.
Additional Responsibilities and Tasks
- Must have flexibility to work some off-shift and weekend hours.
- Preparation of insect diets as needed.
- Preparation of standards and stock solutions.
- Maintenance of test methods and test procedures for the bioassay laboratories.
- Performs other tasks as specified by the manager/director.
- Conduct and / or assist with laboratory investigations and deviations.
- Rearing and maintenance of the insect colonies to a high-quality standard as needed.
- Data Entry within Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Preferred Qualifications/Education
- Ability to comprehend and understand written scientific procedures.
- Experience with Good Lab Practices (GLP).
- HS diploma or equivalent required. BA in Biology, Entomology, Microbiology, Chemistry or closely related field desired.
- Good inter-departmental communication (written / verbal) required.
- Experience with insect rearing and maintenance of insect colonies desired but not required.
- Experience with bioassay methods desired but not required.
- Experience with Good Aseptic Technique.
- Ability to write scientific procedures.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and other spreadsheet/database software.
- Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) experience or knowledge is beneficial.
We welcome the opportunity to review your qualifications.
Valent BioSciences LLC is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.
To apply for this job apply here or visit:
https://www.valentbiosciences.com/careers/
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