Quality Control Associate

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Associate to help ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of study data and documentation. In this role, you will collaborate with scientific teams to review records, identify discrepancies, maintain quality tracking systems, and support regulatory and procedural compliance. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and committed to maintaining high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment. 

Starting Salary: $46,325, DOE

This position is on-site only in Moscow, Idaho.

About Us

Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a contract research organization, bioanalytical laboratory providing personalized MS/MS bioanalytical services to the pharma and biotech industries worldwide. We are a growing, privately owned company working with our collaborators to aid in the treatment and cure of disease.

Joining the Alturas team means becoming a part of a supportive and passionate community. Our staff consists of talented, dedicated individuals who are committed to delivering the highest quality of service to our clients. Our goal is simple – to ensure that Alturas employees thrive so that we can do the best possible work in our field, ensuring greater care for our world.

Benefits

• We pay 100% of your premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance and a portion of the premium for dependent coverage
• PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
• Bonus program based on company-wide goals
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (with company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options - including Dependent Care
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability at no cost to you
• Safe Harbor 401k with an automatic 3% employer contribution with additional 1% match option
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) focused on mental health
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness and Accident insurance

Perks

• Work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development and promotion
• Relaxed yet professional environment
• Wellness program including bike/walk to work incentive
• Charitable donation matching and paid time off for volunteering
• Monthly catered lunches, holiday celebrations, unlimited (good) coffee, beverages, snacks and more!

Position Summary:

The Quality Control (QC) Associate provides support to all review procedures assigned to the QC department and helps ensure compliance with SOPs and regulations.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Reviews study-based data and documentation for consistency and accuracy
• Performs quality review of documentation produced by facilities, laboratory procedures, and IT, as assigned 
• Maintains tracking information utilized by the QC department 
• Works laterally with scientific and laboratory support staff to assure the laboratory meets regulatory and SOP requirements 
• May attend staff meetings at which the topic of QC is discussed 

Additional Duties and Tasks:

• Performs other duties as needed or assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or related field and 1-3 years of related work experience
• Working knowledge of complete MS Office suite 
• Knowledge of bioanalytical laboratory equipment, assays, techniques is preferred
• Knowledge of good documentation compliance practices is preferred 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify the appropriate personnel for this position 

Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• High level of attention to detail and specifics
• Skills in written and verbal communication
• Skills in organization of records
• Ability to utilize appropriate mathematical concepts for interpreting and review of scientific data
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures, regulations, and guidelines
• Ability to apply reasoning skills to deal with a variety of situations and problem  solving
• Ability to manage incoming workflow with many different deadlines 

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires sitting over 2/3 of the time
• Position requires working in front of a computer monitor over 2/3 of the time
• Position requires walking less than 1/3 of the time between departments/offices
• Position requires standing less than 1/3 of the time
• Position requires talking or hearing over 2/3 of the time
• Position requires lifting up to 10 lbs. up to 2/3 of the time

About the Area

Located in a vibrant town and home to the University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho is a friendly community with beautiful natural surroundings and a lively cultural scene. You'll enjoy walkable streets, live music, and access to some of the best outdoor recreation opportunities in the country. The Palouse area is made up of several neighboring towns, including Pullman, Washington, where you'll find a bustling college town environment with diverse dining options, events for everyone, and the Washington State University campus.

Community Involvement

Our goal is to build an enduring company of integrity in an environment that provides rewarding career paths and empowers individuals to engage in the well-being of the communities in which they reside. We seek to inspire the next generation of scientists through involvement of educational programs at every level. From making science fun for elementary-aged students, active participation in science fairs and guest lecturing at the undergraduate university level, we are stepping towards fostering a generation where science is exciting and an integral component of everyday life.