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Q2 Solutions is a leading clinical trial laboratory services organization with end-to-end laboratory services and secure, enterprise-wide biospecimen and consent management solutions. With a relentless focus on quality and innovation, Q2 Solutions uses its global experience and scientific expertise to transform science and data into actionable medical insights that help customers improve human health.

Job Overview

Responsible for performing a variety of routine testing procedures to obtain data for use in clinical trials research.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine analysis of specimens and documents results in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluates the validity of analytical results against the algorithms displayed by the lab computer system.
• Identifies and documents potential performance errors or otherwise unusual results and escalate to senior lab personnel.
• Responsible for preparation of buffers and solutions for analysis, as required.
• May perform a secondary review of analytical results when signed-off as competent to do so for applicable instrument(s) and/or data type(s).
• Responsible for post-analysis sample and reagent storage.
• Assists in the development and writing of new laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Assists in good housekeeping of the lab environment, consistent with 6S standards.
• Notifies appropriate staff of supply shortages.
• Responsible for clear, accurate, and timely communications with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Participates in continuing education through self-study, attending in-services and lectures and meetings.
• Supports safety, quality, and 6S requirements and initiatives.
• Complies with the company's procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Req
• 6 months relevant lab experience Req Or
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
• Basic knowledge of lab principles.
• Basic knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and applicable regulatory agency standards.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and terminology used in the area of responsibility.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain effective reporting procedures and control workflow.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Applicable certifications and licenses as required by the country, state, and/or other regulatory bodies Req