Quality Control Analyst

Ensure the correct performance of microbiological control tasks in the laboratory, contributing to the release of intermediate product, final product, plant services, and stability studies, always under the established regulatory and quality requirements.

Job Description

At our company in Salamanca, we are looking to hire a Quality Control Analyst for the Laboratory Operations area, with a focus on Sterility and Microbiology activities. The position is located on-site and includes a working schedule from 7:00 to 15:00 or 14:00 to 22:00, Monday to Friday (and the occasional Saturday).

Selected individuals will be responsible for executing, reviewing, and documenting the necessary tests in accordance with established procedures, ensuring at all times compliance with quality standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Perform microbiological control tests in the Sterility and Microbiology areas.
• Collaborate in the release of intermediate product, final product, plant services, and stability studies in accordance with official procedures.
• Carry out the monitoring and recording of laboratory equipment.
• Plan the consumption of materials and reagents, and place orders through SAP.
• Record results in authorized systems and forms within the required timeframes.
• Review tests performed by other analysts.
• Participate in preliminary investigations regarding incidents and collaborate in laboratory investigations when necessary.
• Manage the control of assay standards.

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

• Effective communication
• Quality control
• GMP compliance
• Document management
• Laboratory investigations and OOS
• GMP Laboratory
• Laboratory analytical techniques
• Materials and testing management
• Technical writing
• Handling of LIMS, SAP, and technical procedures

Compound Management, GMP Compliance, GMP Laboratory, Keen Observation, Laboratory Analytical Techniques, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Investigations, Laboratory Operations, OOS Investigations, Quality Standards, Recordkeeping, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Sterility Testing, Technical Procedures, Technical Writing

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Employee Status: Regular

Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable

Job Posting End Date: 11/15/2026