Research Associate - QC Stem Cell

Role Summary

Research Associate - QC Stem Cell. Perform routine quality control testing of stem cell products using protocol-defined assays to demonstrate their activity. This includes culturing and handling stem cells, primary cells, and basic cell lines for flow cytometry and immunocytochemistry (ICC). GMP documentation and workflow are required. Basic lab support including instrument maintenance, reagent preparation, and QC antibody testing using western blot, Simple Wes, and immunohistochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures for quality control testing of stem cell products and report results to the supervisor.
• Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) for data analysis.
• Culturing and handling of stem cells, primary cells, and basic cell lines for quality control testing.
• Isolation of primary cells from human/animal blood and animal tissue for use in stem cell quality control tests.
• Perform flow cytometry and ICC.
• Perform westerns and Simple Wes antibody QC testing.
• Perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) antibody QC testing.
• Assist with lab support functions, including instrument calibration and maintenance, reagent ordering and preparation, waste disposal, and laboratory cleaning.
• Assist with the monitoring of lab supplies and ordering.
• Participate in laboratory meetings.
• Follow company policies and safety guidelines, including AWAIR, Chemical Hygiene, and Exposure Control manuals; adhere to GMP guidelines, documentation, and workflow; assist in revising and drafting SOPs.
• Ability to work some weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Experience: 0‚Äì2 years related experience.

Skills

• Attention to detail and high-level accuracy.
• Ability to plan, organize, and multi-task effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; knowledge of laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Professional oral and written communication.
• Ability to independently set up and perform experiments.
• Ability to work in a team and follow directions to handle others‚Äô tests.
• Knowledge of cell culture and aseptic technique is preferred.

Education

• B.S. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.

Additional Requirements

• None specified beyond standard role obligations.