Quality Control Scientist

Overview

At the heart of QIAGEN's business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.

Our most valuable asset are our employees - more than 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.

There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.

If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic and international, diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people's lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

Position Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Control Scientist for the job responsibilities and tasks as follow:

• QC process validation and implementation for the new product launch and technology transfer. The duties include validation study and testing for QC specifications, criteria, and workflow, SOP and work instruction writing and finalization, staff training.
• QC process revision and optimization for continuous quality improvement. The duties include root cause testing and analysis, SOP review and revision, staff training.
• QC testing and data analysis for product fulfillment with right quality on time.

Position Requirements

• Ph.D. of Science degree in Molecular Biology, Forensic Biology or Biochemistry.

• In depth knowledge and experimental skills in nucleic acid biochemistry, gene expression profiling and target amplification. Experience in Next Generation Sequencing is highly desirable.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skill.

• Strong communication skill, orally and in writing.

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skill.

• Capable of self-learning and continuous learning for the QIAGEN processes, products and technical platforms.

• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

• Capable of multitasking to meet timeline.

• Physically capable to perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required sometimes lift 25LB. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Personal Requirements

• Highly organized, detail oriented individual with project management skills

• Strong team communication and presentation skills

• Be proactive

• Good analytical critical thinking skills

• Strong troubleshooting skills

What we offer

At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including but not limited to assumptions about a person's appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

QIAGEN complies with applicable laws regarding the confidentiality of employee health information and the reasonable accommodation of individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious beliefs. Candidates who require accommodation should contact Benefits@QIAGEN.com. This policy is part of QIAGEN's ongoing efforts to support public health efforts and to ensure the safety and-well-being of its employees, customers, business partners, and community.