Laboratory Quality Assurance Analyst

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Quality Assurance AnalystLaboratory & Life Sciences

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Primarily remote work: Flexibility to work remotely, with quarterly in-p

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Quality Assurance AnalystLaboratory & Life Sciences

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to strengthening forensic, biometric, and identity intelligence capabilities through rigorous quality standards and reliable processes. As a Laboratory Quality Assurance Analyst, you will help ensure that laboratory operations, technical systems, and supporting documentation meet established quality and compliance requirements. You will develop quality control methodologies, establish performance metrics, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS). Working with technical teams and quality stakeholders, you will contribute to internal audits, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement. This primarily remote position offers the opportunity to apply your quality assurance expertise in a specialized environment where accuracy, accountability, and consistency are essential. You will work independently while collaborating with colleagues to uphold internationally recognized standards and support the integrity of critical laboratory operations.

As Laboratory Quality Assurance Analyst, you will oversee quality assurance processes, maintain compliance documentation, and support the implementation and continuous improvement of quality management practices across laboratory and technical operations.

Develop and implement quality control methodologies to ensure compliance with applicable quality assurance standards, guidelines, and procedures.
Define major and minor quality characteristics, establish quality metrics, and develop scoring parameters to assess performance and process effectiveness.
Identify and determine the resources required to implement and maintain effective quality control activities.
Establish, maintain, and improve Quality Management System (QMS) processes for evaluating hardware, software, and associated technical documentation.
Conduct internal audits against ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 17025:2017 requirements to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Participate in formal third-party ISO conformity audits and informal quality reviews at designated stages throughout the development lifecycle.
Create, maintain, and publish quality assurance forms, templates, standard operating procedures, and other controlled documentation.
Read and interpret technical processes, business documents, industry standards, Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, and applicable regulations to support quality and compliance activities.
Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive audit reports and quality documentation independently.
Report in person to the laboratory in Atlantic City, New Jersey, once per quarter, and occasionally travel to other laboratory locations for meetings.

Requirements

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The ideal candidate has a strong background in quality assurance or quality control, experience with internationally recognized quality standards, and the ability to work independently in a technically demanding environment. You should be detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of translating complex technical requirements into effective quality processes and documentation.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
At least 5 years of specialized experience in quality assurance and/or quality control.
Demonstrated training and expertise in conducting internal audits against ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 17025:2017 standards.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, technical processes, procedures, industry standards, DoD standards, models, and regulations.
Strong technical writing skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate reports without supervision.
Proven ability to work independently, manage responsibilities effectively, and exercise sound judgment when evaluating quality processes.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify compliance gaps and recommend improvements.
Willingness and ability to report to the laboratory in Atlantic City, New Jersey, once per quarter.
Flexibility to travel occasionally to other laboratories for meetings and quality-related activities.

What We Offer

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✓Primarily remote work: Flexibility to work remotely, with quarterly in-person visits to the laboratory in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

✓Mission-driven work: Contribute to initiatives supporting forensic science, biometrics, identity intelligence, and the responsible use of these capabilities.

✓Professional application of expertise: Apply quality assurance and auditing skills in a specialized technical and laboratory environment.

✓Standards and compliance experience: Work with internationally recognized ISO quality management and laboratory competence standards.

✓Collaborative environment: Partner with technical professionals and quality stakeholders to improve processes and maintain high standards.

✓Equal employment opportunity: A commitment to fair consideration for qualified applicants, without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.