Overview
QA Lead-8 Jobs in Chicago, IL at Care Crafter Health
Job Overview
Canventa Life Sciences helps scientists get the cells they need to make life-saving discoveries. We have an exciting opportunity for a Lab Technician to join our team and contribute to accelerating the pace of research!
In this role, you will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC), as well as guiding these cells into differentiated cell types. You will gain hands-on experience with manufacturing iPSC lines and current cell culture techniques, as well as downstream assays including qPCR and flow cytometry. You will also contribute to the overall operational excellence of Canventa Life Sciences by supporting the overall laboratory functioning with a commitment to quality control, safety compliance, and day-to-day maintenance.
Please note that this role may require occasional weekend work to maintain and/or feed cell cultures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and monitor cell quality of iPSC lines and differentiated cells for manufacturing
Perform and troubleshoot experiments with input from the supervisor, including establishing or improving novel methods and techniques, documenting and analyzing observations, and presenting data
Provide training on laboratory techniques and product protocols to other staff, as required
Contribute to the collaborative efforts of the Canventa Lab team, performing other duties as required
Knowledge and Qualifications
2+ years of expertise in primary cell culture, gained via education and/or work experience
Previous work with human pluripotent stem cells and/or practical experience with a variety of laboratory techniques such as flow cytometry, qPR, and microscopy is an asset
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a strong attention to detail
Able to work independently and apply critical and analytical thinking
Growth mindset – curious and passionate about learning new skills and technologies
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
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Title: QA Lead-8
Company: Care Crafter Health
Location: Chicago, IL
