Job Description Summary

STEMCELL Technologies is searching for two Quality Control (QC) Associates to join our team!


As the QC Associate, you will perform routine environmental monitoring and laboratory sampling, testing and analysis in support of our cleanroom operations. You will be a part of our task force for troubleshooting and non conformance investigations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards. Additionally, you will contribute to qualification activities for cleanroom, gowning and aseptic processing along with other daily duties, playing an integral role in maintaining the quality and reliability of company operations.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring of controlled cleanrooms and laboratory areas in accordance with approved procedures, including data analysis and report preparation
• Carryout specialized testing for purified water systems including bioburden and endotoxin analysis
• Contribute to qualification activities to support cleanroom, gowning and aseptic processing practices
• Participate in and maintain compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS), including supporting the development and improvement of QC testing procedures
• Troubleshoot issues to complete nonconformance investigations, corrective actions/preventative actions (CAPA), and Out-of Specification (OOS) investigations in support of the QMS, and collaborate effectively with supervisors and coworkers to maintain a safe and efficient work environment

Knowledge and Qualifications

• BSc or technical degree in Life Sciences (e.g. Microbiology, Chemistry) with less than 2 years related laboratory experience
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment, and aseptic techniques to ensure the integrity and reliability of samples and results. Familiarity with GMP and environmental monitoring in cleanroom settings is an asset 
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment
• Proficient in preparing, interpreting, and maintaining accurate laboratory reports and quality documentation
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve quality-related issues

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STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, accessory products, and services. Through our many regional offices, as well as our distribution centers in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble, and Singapore, we deliver our innovative, specialized products to more than 100 countries. With over 1,800 employees globally, most with scientific or engineering degrees, STEMCELL is proud to be the largest biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact. 

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

The annual salary for this job ranges from:

$58,500.00 - $79,100.00

STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization. For jobs that are eligible for sales incentives, the range noted above is inclusive of target incentives; actual incentives are based on individual performance results in accordance with company policy. In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.

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