Quality Control Engineer I (4220) en Amyris

Amyris is building an integrated renewable products company using breakthrough science and an innovative business model to address some of our planet’s most daunting problemsInitially, Amyris developed its technology under a non-profit initiative to provide a reliable and affordable source of artemisinin, a highly effective anti-malarial therapeutic. Now, Amyris is applying its industrial synthetic biology platform to provide alternatives to a broad range of petroleum-sourced products. Amyris No Compromise™ renewable fuels and chemicals are being designed to perform comparably to, or better than, the products they will replace.  Amyris is seeking a detail oriented and highly collaborative Quality Control Engineer I to support its global manufacturing. In this role, you will assist the quality control team in ensuring tasks are completed with quality and integrity, within the assigned aggressive timelines. You must be able to multi-task, adapt, and be flexible to changing deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.  

Responsabilities

Sample inventory, preparation and analysis utilizing established SOPs (chromatography, titration, micro plating, PCR, etc.)

Author SOPs, protocols, or reports

Plan, execute, and manage analytical method transfers, qualifications, and inter-lab studies

Maintain and troubleshoot QC analytical equipment, including GC, HPLC, DSC, melting point apparatus, titration apparatus, and ovens

Handle sample logistics, including receipt, labeling, inventory, submission, and shipment to CMOs and CTOs; order lab supplies and ship samples to customers, CMOs, and other Amyris-affiliated sites

Participate in and potentially lead periodic inventory updates, 5S and organization of QC lab space, lab clean-up, and safety walkthroughs

Perform process control charting, CoA generation, manufacturing data tracking, and trending to monitor control of assay data 

Conduct data analysis involving both ESTD and ISTD calculations through ChemStation, OpenLab, and/or Chromeleon

Where appropriate, perform statistical data analysis and trending to monitor control of assay data

Perform basic instrument troubleshooting

Basic Qualifications

MS degree in chemistry or related discipline and 1+ year experience in an analytical laboratory setting, or a B.S. degree in chemistry or a related discipline with a minimum of 3+ year experience utilizing analytical chemistry techniques

Proficiency in analytical software, such as Excel, ChemStation, Chromeleon, OpenLab, or Empower

Experience using Microsoft Excel

Mandatory sample and data handling skills

Preferred Qualifications

Strong organization, communication, time-management, and multi-tasking skills

Impeccable attention to detail, organizational skills, and record keeping

Experience in biotechnology or related field of research

Working knowledge of chromatography and data analysis, especially with GC, HPLC, and titration

Instrument troubleshooting skills

Experience in statistical data analysis and analytical software

Comfortable working independently in a fast paced and highly expert environment

Energetic, highly self-motivated, and able to work efficiently and productively in a start-up company environment

Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs.

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