Quality Control Scientist (QC Scientist)

Between $31k and

$75k

Per Year

DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in 7th Regional Labor Market Area, Shreveport $31k - $58k Per Year

Quality Control Scientist (QC Scientist)

Akston Biosciences Corporation

Occupation: Quality Control Analysts

Location: Shreveport, LA - 71133

Positions available: 1

Job #: 1630396

Posted: 7/2/2025

Updated: 7/2/2025

Expires: 8/16/2025

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Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time

Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift Shift

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Work Onsite

Full Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

12 Month(s)

Schedule

Full Time

Job Type

Regular

Duration

Permanent Employment

Hours

8 Hours Per Week

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JOB TITLE:

Quality Control Scientist I/II/III

COMPANY

Akston is a biotech company built for pets. Using our proprietary Ambifect Fc-fusion protein platform, we develop immuno-enhancing and targeted protein treatments that aim to reduce treatment frequency while enhancing efficacy. Backed by a vertically integrated structure and state-of-the-art GMP biologics facility, we accelerate development from discovery to commercial manufacturing - ensuring innovation reaches veterinarians and the pets we love faster and more efficiently. Learn more at www.akstonbio.com.

PRIMARY DUTIES

In-process testing, release testing, and stability studies of biotechnological products in a GMP environment in support of veterinary product production.

Conduct method transfers and validation of new analytical techniques

Independently troubleshoot equipment and analytical testing methods as required

Conduct OOS and laboratory investigations

Generate and/or support deviations and change controls

Work with other scientists to analyze scientific data, interpret test results, and compile results into assay or technical reports.

Assist with environmental monitoring, including plating and analysis of settle plates and bioburden plates, and air sampling of manufacturing areas.

Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed; this includes routine cleaning and maintenance, calibration, and IQ/OQ/PQ of equipment.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS:

Keep detailed records of data and appropriately document experimental procedures and results according to established guidelines

Good organizational skills with ability to adapt to changing priorities, to multi-task in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and to meet challenging timelines

Must be capable of working both independently and within a team environment

Ability to help develop solutions to complex problems and establish processes to continuously improve and streamline existing procedures

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biomedical, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field with 8+ years of work experience, or a master's degree with 6+ years of work experience in analytical laboratories in the pharmaceutical or biotech industries required

cGMP Laboratory experience strongly preferred

EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrate proficiency in conducting analytical assays in one or more of the following analytical areas, preferably in a cGMP or QC environment: ELISAs (e.g., potency, host cell protein, etc.), HPLC (SEC-HPLC, Analytical Protein A, etc.), qRT-PCR, or cell-based assays. Experience with other analytical methods (e.g., endotoxin testing, microbiological testing, raw materials testing, etc.) a plus.

Have experience with independently troubleshooting and solving problems with routine assays.

Have significant experience in at least one of the following areas: writing technical reports, validation reports and SOPs; conducting release testing for pharmaceutical products; stability studies; OOS and other laboratory investigations; and performing analytical instrument IQ/OQ/PQ and calibration.

Formal training and previous work experience in a cGMP or GLP laboratory required

Demonstrate strong skills with common analytical programs (e.g., SoftMax Pro, Prism, etc.), Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

COMPENSATION & DETAILS

Title and pay commensurate with skills and experience, eligibility for company benefit plans.

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