BioLegend, Inc. (a division of Revvity, Inc.) develops world-class, cutting-edge antibodies and reagents for biomedical research, manufactured in our state-of-the-art facility in San Diego, CA. Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by providing the highest quality products at an outstanding value, along with superior customer service and technical support. Our product expertise covers a diverse set of research areas including Immunology, Neuroscience, Cancer, Stem cells, and Cell Biology.

Job Summary

At BioLegend we are dedicated to commercializing high quality reagents to support the research community for legendary discoveries. The QC Lead for the BioLegend's Quality Control department will lead a QC team responsible for the testing of such products as antibodies and proteins in the following application(s): flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, western blotting, ELISA, multiplex immunoassays and/or functional bioassays. The candidate will define goals and objectives for the QC team in collaboration with the QC department supervisor and manager. This candidate will be responsible for supervising employees within the group in performing all aspects of the assays following SOPs and ISO requirements and monthly reporting of the group's results. The candidate will also be responsible for training and development of the staff including annual performance reviews.

The QC Lead will have over 2 years of lab experience and at least 1 year performing the specific application for the position (flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, western blotting, ELISA, Mojo, multiplex immunoassays and/or functional bioassays). They must be able to work independently and have a deep understanding of the theory and the biology behind the application and the products. Experience with process improvement projects (LEAN/6 Sigma) is a plus.

We are looking for a highly motivated person who loves science and wants to be part of a dynamic and fast paced team.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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  Management
  
  
  • Help supervisor interview staff to support the demands of the team
  
  
  • Manage staff to promote dedication, accountability, commitment, productivity and growth
  
  
  • Mentor/support career development of associates
  
  
  • Providing coaching and counseling to employee as needed.
  
  
  • Write performance reviews for associates
  
  
  • Escalate staffing issues to supervisor
  
  
  • Monitor daily team activities and track productivity
  
  
  
  


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  Leadership
  
  
  • Take leadership role to maintain facilities, safety lab equipment, monitor the status of pipettes and reagents used in the lab
  
  
  • Take a leadership role to support all safety measures in the lab
  
  
  • Support other teams such as in manufacturing, planning, technical support and R&D/PD to provide ETA, investigate issues, etc. in a timely manner
  
  
  • Fully understand the MSDS (SDS) for every product in the lab
  
  
  • Lead by example
  
  
  • Show initiative to increase productivity of the team; drive process improvement projects
  
  
  • Communicate with the management team to overcome obstacles and escalate any issues.
  
  
  
  


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  Product Testing (encompassing all SOPs)
  
  
  • Understand all technical aspects of the testing done to support the team
  
  
  • Support data analysis as specified in SOP and Item Spex with the support of QC Leadership team and scientists as needed
  
  
  
  

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  Documentation
  
  
  • Help support good documentation practices on the team and help supervisor during QA audits as needed
  
  
  • Maintain accurate documentation, following company SOPs and ISO requirements; assure team is current on training records
  
  
  • Work with supervisor to edit and write SOPs and work instructions
  
  
  • Support validations of equipment and/or processes if needed
  
  
  
  


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  Communication:
  
  
  • Be able to summarize experiments, generate data summaries and reports in a concise and thorough manner, and present formally as needed
  
  
  • Provide ETAs for product testing in a timely manner
  
  
  • Help generate monthly reports and metrics
  
  
  • Escalate all issues to supervisor
  
  
  
  


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  Training
  
  
  • Train staff per SOPs for the application
  
  
  • Provide retraining as needed
  
  
  
  


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  Other
  • Other projects or responsibilities as may be required
  
  

Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)


• More than 2 years of laboratory work experience and deep knowledge of the one or more of the following applications: flow cytometry, western blotting, Immunoprecipitation, bioassays, ELISA and IHC/ICC

Preferred Qualifications - Education and Experience

• BS or MS in science.


• Previous experience coordinating a team is a big plus


• Experience in sterile cell culture technique


• Thorough understanding of the following applications: flow cytometry, western blotting, Immunoprecipitation, bioassays, ELISA and IHC/ICC is preferred.


• Familiarity with lab equipment and knowledge of lab safety protocols


• Excellent organization, communication, and problem solving skills


• Proven ability to multi-task


• Excellent documentation and communication skills

The base salary range for this full-time position is $31.25-$42/hour. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The base pay actually offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.

Work Environment & Physical Demands - Lab

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment with occasional data entry on a computer. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.