Forge Biologics

Biotechnology

ScientistI,QCAnalytical(2ndShift)

$72–98k ~AI est. Columbus, Ohio, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Scientist I, QC Analytical(2nd Shift) at Forge Biologics. Skills: Analytical method execution, Method qualification, Method validation, Troubleshooting, cGMP compliance. Perform in-process testing. Perform release testing”

Industry & Context.

Biotechnology
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis; OOS investigations

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's in relevant scientific field, Experience in nucleic acid-based methods, Experience in protein-based assays, Advanced knowledge of molecular biology techniques, Advanced knowledge of biochemistry techniques, Advanced knowledge of cell biology techniques, Proven ability to execute analytical assays, Proven ability to troubleshoot analytical assays, Proven ability to optimize analytical assays, Analytical data interpretation skills, Robust understanding of cGMP requirements

Nice to Have

Advanced degree preferred, Experience leading junior team members, Experience mentoring junior team members, Experience guiding junior team members

What You'll Do.

Perform in-process testing

Perform release testing

Perform stability testing

Execute nucleic acid-based methods

Execute protein-based assays

Perform advanced analytical testing

Perform cell-based infectivity assays

Perform potency assays

Perform viability assays

Support troubleshooting of processes

Support troubleshooting of assays

Represent QC during audits

Represent QC during inspections

Ensure effective qualifications

Ensure effective validations

Ensure effective transfer of methods

Contribute to authoring documentation

Review QC documentation

Conduct investigations

Determine root cause of OOS

Implement corrective actions

Implement preventative actions

Provide support for Deviations

Provide support for Change Controls

Provide support for CAPAs

Review GMP documentation

Approve GMP documentation

Drive development of analytical methods

Drive optimization of analytical methods

Drive validation of analytical methods

Provide technical guidance

Mentorship to junior team members

Compile data with minimal oversight

Archive assay results

Interpret assay results

Support regulatory inspections

Support client inspections

Support internal audits

Manage tracking of testing data

Manage trending of testing data

Lead laboratory investigations

Participate in laboratory investigations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partnering with Analytical Development

Full Job Description

Forge Your Future with Us: At Forge Biologics, we believe in turning bold ideas into life-changing realities. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enable access to life-changing gene therapies and help bring them from ideas into reality. We partner with scientists, physicians, biotech and pharma innovators, and patient communities — all united by one goal: improving lives. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to make a tangible impact, this is where your journey begins. Our team works out of The Hearth, a state-of-the-art, 200,000-square-foot cGMP facility in Columbus, Ohio. Here, you won’t just watch innovation happen — you’ll be part of it. Whether you’re scaling AAV manufacturing, collaborating on cutting-edge therapies, or supporting complex technical projects, you’ll play a key role in bringing hope to patients with genetic diseases. What sets Forge apart is our culture of H.O.P. E. We are hardworking, showing up each day with determination and grit. We are open, creating a space where ideas flow freely, and every voice is valued. We are purpose-driven, with every task directly tied to changing lives. And we are engaged, energized by the challenges we face and the milestones we achieve together. At Forge, your growth matters. We’re committed to helping you expand your skills, take on new challenges, and develop your career through mentorship, hands-on learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our people are our greatest investment, and we’re proud to see team members grow with us. If you’re ready to use your talent to help deliver hope to patients around the world, join us — and be part of something bigger than yourself. Position Overview: The Scientist I, Quality Control (Analytical) role will primarily focus on analytical method execution, method qualification, method validation, and troubleshooting efforts. This position will be responsible for executing in-process, final product, and stability testing for AAV vectors, plasmids, and microbial and mam

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