Job Title:
Quality Control Analyst
We are seeking a Quality Control Analyst to join our team at Touchlight, a pioneering biotechnology company focused on DNA manufacturing for genetic medicines.
About Us
At Touchlight, we believe that DNA is fundamental to the future of medicine. Our cutting-edge technology enables the production of high-quality DNA at unprecedented scale, speed, and purity.
Key Responsibilities
* SUPPORT DAY-TO-DAY QC TESTING OF MANUFACTURED dbDNA AND ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ACTIVITIES
* INTERACT WITH OTHER OPERATIONAL DEPARTMENTS TO SUPPORT QUALITY AND PRODUCT NEEDS
* PERFORM ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING OF THE GMP FACILITY AND QC TESTING OF RAW MATERIALS AND FINISHED PRODUCTS THROUGH MOLECULAR BIOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY, AND BIOCHEMISTRY TECHNIQUES
* TEST FOR BIOMASS, ENDOXIN, GEL ELECTROPHORESIS, pH, AND HPLC/UPLC
* PREPARE REAGENTS, HANDLE GOODS RECEIPT, SAMPLE RECEIPT, PROCUREMENT, GOOD HOUSEKEEPING ACTIVITIES, EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUMENT VERIFICATIONS, AND DOCUMENTATION
Requirements
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific discipline
* Experience working within a GMP environment
* Strong experience of QC environment and organisation, preferably in microbiology
* Proficiency with various QC techniques such as Environmental Monitoring, Bioburden, Gel Electrophoresis, and/or HPLC/UPLC
* Practical experience with aseptic technique
What We Offer
Touchlight offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.