The Quality Control (QC) Associate I is responsible for supporting the QC laboratory by performing routine analytical testing and assisting with general laboratory operations. Working under the direct supervision of laboratory management, this role includes sample preparation, data recording, and maintaining a clean and compliant laboratory environment. The QC Associate I operates under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and/or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), ensures adherence to established procedures, and maintains accurate, timely documentation. This position may also support the optimization and development of analytical methods.

Duties and Responsibilities (Responsibilities include but are not limited to):

• Perform routine QC analytical procedures on raw materials, drug products, and stability samples using established procedures and validated analytical methods.              
• Accurately document all experimental procedures, raw data, observations, and results in compliance with cGMP, GLP, and internal SOPs.
• Ensure timely and complete record-keeping in lab notebooks, data records, LIMS, or other tracking systems.
• Receive, log, label, and prepare samples for analysis.
• Maintain sample integrity and traceability throughout sample testing and storage.
• Operate analytical equipment according to internal SOPs; perform and document routine equipment maintenance.
• Prepare solutions, order supplies, and track samples according to internal procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Comply with environmental monitoring requirements and lab safety policies, including proper aseptic handling and personal protective equipment (PPE) use.
• Work effectively within the QC Team, supporting shared goals and timelines. Communicate clearly with team members and QC management regarding status updates, issues, or delays.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific field.
• Entry level 
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accurate testing, documentation, and compliance with strict regulatory standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with others across the organization as well as the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, calculating concentrations, dilutions, molarity and basic statistical analysis.

Working Environment and Travel:
Duties will be performed in normal laboratory and occasionally in BSL2 laboratory.
Travel is not typical for this position.

Physical Requirements: 
Ability to regularly move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this individual include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  The employee will view a computer monitor for long periods of time.

ADA: 
The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

SAB BIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. SAB BIO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE/AA/Vets