QC Associate II/ Senior QC Associate

WHO ARE WE

Parse Biosciences is a global life sciences company whose mission is to accelerate progress in human health and scientific research. Empowering researchers to perform single cell sequencing with unprecedented scale and ease, our pioneering approach has enabled groundbreaking discoveries in cancer treatment, tissue repair, stem cell therapy, kidney and liver disease, brain development, and the immune system.

Founded based on a transformative technology invented at the University of Washington, Parse has raised over $100 million and is used by over 1,000 labs across the world. Our growing portfolio of products includes Evercode Whole Transcriptome, Evercode TCR, Gene Capture, and a software tool for data analysis.

Parse Biosciences is based in Seattle, Washington's vibrant South Lake Union district, where we recently opened a 34,000 square foot headquarters and state-of-the-art laboratory.

THE POSITION

As a QC Associate II/ Senior QC Associate you will work as part of the Quality Control team to test that all raw materials and finished goods meet defined specifications, in terms of consistency and performance. In this role, you will use advanced laboratory techniques to identify any potential issues in materials or completed products. Techniques will include analytical chemistry tests as well as functional tests using next generation sequencing. Strong candidates will be motivated to learn new laboratory skills as well as how to interpret results from genomics assays.

IN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL

• Become an expert on the methods and metrics relevant to single cell sequencing
• Be responsible for performing functional and analytical tests to ensure consistent, high quality of our single cell products
• Interpret and communicate results of QC tests to others on the QC and manufacturing team
• Create and maintain detailed records for reagent tracking and testing traceability
• Coordinate with operations team to prioritize experiments and secure results on time
• Critically assess the process by which QC is performed on different products and raw materials

FOR THIS POSITION, WE LOOK FOR

• A passion for quality control and developing assays/processes to sustain functionality of finished goods
• Minimum of two (2) of years professional laboratory experience including at least one (1) year in a quality control role
• One who is excited to contribute to a critical team of the company while also learning new skills and become an expert on single cell sequencing
• An attention to detail with the ability to identify and escalate mistakes or problems
• Ability to carefully follow Standard Operating Procedures and make improvements when necessary
• Previous experience with assay development QC testing and process development
• Experience with molecular biology/cell biology and/or chemistry laboratory techniques
• At minimum, a Bachelor's degree in a life science field, chemistry, or engineering

Parse Biosciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Parse Biosciences has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that applies to all employees regardless of work location, except as prohibited by applicable law. As such, newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated prior to commencing employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and other requirements of applicable federal, state, and local law. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final (or only) dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Exemptions will be considered for medical conditions/disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, observations, or practices.