Sr. QC Associate, Analytical

Company: Wacker Chemie AG
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 9, 2025

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Date: May 2, 2025Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.we are looking for you as a(n) Sr. QC Associate, Analytical.The Senior QC Associate (Analytical) is experienced with a wide variety of analytical techniques, international regulations, and method development and validation. This role will lead method transfer, development, and qualification projects. This role is proficient at summarizing data and presenting it to internal and external parties. This role works closely with people at Wacker Biotech USA, our sister sites, and clients, to ensure project commitments are met in a timely manner. This position will mentor other quality associates to support technical transfers, method validation, and quality investigations. This position requires hands-on laboratory work and close collaboration with the QC control team, Process Development Team, and the Operations team, and external clients. This position is expected to be highly knowledgeable of relevant cGMP guidelines, ICH Guidance, and other regulatory considerations.Essential Functions:

• Perform routine, non-routine and complex analytical testing with independently.
• Develop, qualify, and validate complex analytical test methods following international guidance's, and client requirements independently.
• Leads QC initiatives. Develop and implement improvement projects seeking input from affected departments / parties as needed.
• Mentors' other quality control analysts. Ensures personnel understand various analytical assays and standard operation procedures as well as conform to any departmental procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory maintenance including, monthly routine cleaning procedures to ensure safety of laboratory personnel as well as monitor disposable equipment and reagent supplies to make certain materials are available for use.
• Prioritize daily tasks, related to operations, technology transfers, analytical testing and validation including equipment and procedures.
• Document and investigate any out of specification results, deviations, or investigations independently. Assist in resolving any out of specification and out of trending results as well as performing and developing any corrective and preventative measures.
• Develop and revise SOPs under data integrity guidelines as well as perform periodic revisions to ensure the procedures are up to date to current standards.
• Assist Quality Assurance in ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards and regulatory requirements.Position Qualifications:
  • Bachelor, Masters, or PhD of Science Degree in the Biological Sciences, Bioengineering or Chemistry with a combination of education and experience performing biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, and chemistry.
  • 8+ years relevant experience with BS; 6+ years relevant experience with MS; 0+ years relevant experience with PhD
  • Ability to travel up to but not limited to 5%.
  • The Sr. QC Associate must be accountable for the work performed, productive within the company, provide open communication, and exemplify effective teamwork skills.
  • The Sr. QC Associate must be capable of being highly independent, and able to accomplish tasks with minimal input.
  • The Sr. QC Associate must be capable of mentoring other quality professionals and working closely with other departments.
  • The position is responsible for performing and demonstrating the highest form of quality in the pharmaceutical industry, understanding the cGMP regulations, and implementing these practices on the work being performed.
  • Knowledgeable using Microsoft Office as well as developing any documentation and creating tables for laboratory inventory and data entry.
  • Highly organized, detail oriented, with excellent record keeping skills.
  • Sound scientific judgement with good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others.The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in California is $110K - $140K. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Wacker is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other statesWhat do we offer?WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.Compensation and Incentive plansMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidaysPaid parental leaveFlexible hybrid work arrangements401(k) with company matchEducation Assistance ProgramCareer development and advancement opportunitiesSupport for Community InvolvementWe are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
    Reference Code:29373The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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