Posting DetailsPosting Detail Information Working Title Quality Control Associates I or II - Open Pool Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional Position Yes Posting Number 202401473AP Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleNumber of VacanciesWork Hours/WeekProposed Annual Salary Range $45,000 - $75,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Desired Start DatePosition End Date (if temporary)To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 06/30/2025 Description of Work Unit Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation's leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.CSU BioMARC is a nonprofit contract development and manufacturing organization focused on the production of biopharmaceutical materials for non-clinical, clinical, and commercial use under Biosafety level 2, 3 and Select Agent biosecurity conditions. In addition to manufacturing and testing services, BioMARC offers product and process development services, which includes the creation of development programs focused on implementing cGMP regulations and biomanufacturing production scalability.Position Summary The Quality Control (QC) Associates are responsible for the implementation and execution of policies and procedures to ensure that quality expectations and standards are met during cGMP biomanufacturing. Individuals will be working within an FDA compatible Quality System using Quality Assurance approved SOPs, protocols and/or similar controlled documents.Candidates must be able to physically perform complex laboratory techniques including, but not limited to, cell-based assays, environmental monitoring, plate-based assays in rooms that require specialized manufacturing and biocontainment protective gowning and equipment. Entry into and performing tasks under Biosafety level (BSL) 3 laboratory is expected. In addition, work related to assay and analytical method development in support of Non-clinical production/research and process development may be assigned with the expectations that the employee makes use of skills similar to those described above. Successful candidates must be able to perform as part of a team and think critically through instructions, problem solve and make professional judgments about regulatory compliance, quality and continuous improvement paradigmsThe different position levels require escalating levels of experience in executing complicated analytical methods in support of the creation and/or processing of biological materials under cGMP conditions.Required Job Qualifications Required qualification, rank and salary determined by specific position to be filled.Minimum Qualifications:
- Level I is for individuals with a Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field OR Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field plus 1 years of professional experience related to the specific assignment or 1 year experience in a contract manufacturing organization.
- Level II is for individuals with a Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field and 2 or more years of relevant professional experience OR a Master's degree in biology, chemistry or related field OR Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field plus 3 years of professional experience in a contract manufacturing organization.
Successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by time of application; IDRC/BioMARC is not providing visa sponsorship for these positions.Preferred Job Qualifications
- Relative experience commensurate with the specific position to be filled in an analytical, cell biology, or microbiology type laboratory.
- Relative experience commensurate with the specific position to be filled in a contract manufacturing or other regulated environment.
- Relative experience commensurate with the specific position to be filled e in US code of federal regulation fields of GMP, GLP, and/or GXP.
- Biosafety Level 3/or laboratory work in high containment facility.
Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.Essential Duties Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit a cover letter outlining your areas of expertise, a resume/CV, and the names and contact info of three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notifications of candidates.Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.The pool is valid through 06/30/2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Search Contact Darragh Heaslip, ...@colostate.edu EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) ###-####, ...@colostate.edu.The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) ###-####, ...@colostate.edu.The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) ###-####, ...@colostate.edu.Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.