Quality Control Technician (Contractor) - Genentech : Job Details

A healthier future. It is what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That is what makes us Roche.Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Responsibilities include performing and reviewing a variety assays in the Quality Control organization in support of In-Process intermediates, drug substance, drug product and stability sample testing in a cGMP environment.The QC Technician must be able to interpret data troubleshoot assay failures and equipment issues while adhering to strict guidelines on cGMP documentation. In addition, the individual will support cycle development, performance qualifications, method transfers, discrepancy/out of specification investigations and collaborate with external groups to identify improvement opportunities in technology and business process.Shift: Sunday to Wednesday 4x10'sDay: 6:30am to 5:00pmSwing: 11:30am to 10:00pmContract duration: 12 months with possible extension up to 3 yearsPay Rate:

• Day Shift: $21.00
• Swing Shift: $23.10

Responsibilities:

• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a state of inspection readiness.
• Operate Glassware washer and autoclave.
• Independently manage competing priorities with limited instruction.
• Perform environmental monitoring and water sampling.
• Assist customers in support of departmental functions.
• Participate in the design and implementation of department and cross-functional initiatives.
• Apply basic theory and technical principles to address moderately complex problems.
• Troubleshoot and initiate the resolution of Quality issues by fostering effective interdepartmental and cross functional partnerships.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in support of department functions.
• Sign documents for activities as authorized and described by Genentech policies, procedures and job descriptions.
• Be accountable for behaviors as described in Genentech's Core, Common, and Critical Competencies.
• Perform any other tasks as requested by Management to support Quality oversight activities

Requirements:

• B.A. or B.S. degree (preferably in Life Science) and at least 1-3 years' experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or related industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Hands-on industrial laboratory experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, Mass Spectroscopy. Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize and present information informal and formal group setting.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.