Dimer Instruments
Bioanalytical Lab Quality Control Lead
Dimer Instruments, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Job Title: Bioanalytical Lab Quality Control Lead
Reports to:
Director of Quality
FLSA Status:
Full time, Regular, Salary, Exempt
About Us At Dimer Instruments, we are developing the next-generation laboratory and process analytical tools for the pharmaceutical industry. Our products use multiple light-based spectroscopic methods to analyze solutions containing molecules and particles. This provides researchers with organized information, enabling them to make informed decisions. Additionally, our products provide automated process systems with the feedback needed for Quality-by-Design (QbD). At Dimer, you will work with a talented and collaborative team of engineers and scientists to create impactful products. We have fun while creating great products.
Summary As the QC Lead, you will coordinate and execute quality control for wet-lab sample preparation and analytical instrument measurements (e.g., DLS/MALS/NTA/zeta). You’ll set daily priorities, review records, write reports, and make quality (hold/release) calls against predefined acceptance criteria. You will drive continuous improvements to methods, fixtures, and documentation so we deliver reliable products and data.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Own the QC queue across sample prep, instrument setup, measurement, and review.
Prepare protein and particle samples (e.g., buffer exchange, dilution series, filtration/centrifugation).
Execute product assays, plus supporting measurements (e.g., pH, concentration).
Perform instrument qualification checks (baseline, standards), cleanliness verification, and background assessments.
Evaluate data quality and flag out-of-spec or low-quality results.
Review and sign off on lab records, sample worksheets, and data packages.
Collaborate with scientists and engineers on problem solving and root-cause analysis.
Own calibration/verification for pipettes, balances, pH/conductivity meters, temperature probes, and internal instruments.
Own cleaning and preventive maintenance routines.
Partner with engineers to update WIs, visual standards, and data-review checklists.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Quality.
Qualifications
BS degree or higher in a technical field.
5+ years in bioanalytical QC or a related lab role (proteins/biologics, colloids, nanoparticles), including hands‑on DLS/MALS/NTA/zeta experience.
Strong wet‑lab skills: accurate pipetting, buffer preparation, clean techniques, handling of proteins and particles.
Proficient in data integrity and review.
Comfortable with basic statistics.
Documentation excellence; fluent with standard office tools. Python experience preferred.
Physical Requirements When working in the machine shop, chemistry lab, or optics lab, appropriate protective gear must be worn, including safety glasses, laser/UV eye protection, lab coats, and closed‑toed shoes. Office space, optics lab, chemistry lab, warehouse, and electronics/optical manufacturing areas. The employee may occasionally be exposed to moderate noise levels (e.g., loud fans in electronics equipment). Occasional travel may be required (e.g., test labs, customer sites, conferences and trade shows, or training).
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Director of Quality
FLSA Status:
Full time, Regular, Salary, Exempt
About Us At Dimer Instruments, we are developing the next-generation laboratory and process analytical tools for the pharmaceutical industry. Our products use multiple light-based spectroscopic methods to analyze solutions containing molecules and particles. This provides researchers with organized information, enabling them to make informed decisions. Additionally, our products provide automated process systems with the feedback needed for Quality-by-Design (QbD). At Dimer, you will work with a talented and collaborative team of engineers and scientists to create impactful products. We have fun while creating great products.
Summary As the QC Lead, you will coordinate and execute quality control for wet-lab sample preparation and analytical instrument measurements (e.g., DLS/MALS/NTA/zeta). You’ll set daily priorities, review records, write reports, and make quality (hold/release) calls against predefined acceptance criteria. You will drive continuous improvements to methods, fixtures, and documentation so we deliver reliable products and data.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Own the QC queue across sample prep, instrument setup, measurement, and review.
Prepare protein and particle samples (e.g., buffer exchange, dilution series, filtration/centrifugation).
Execute product assays, plus supporting measurements (e.g., pH, concentration).
Perform instrument qualification checks (baseline, standards), cleanliness verification, and background assessments.
Evaluate data quality and flag out-of-spec or low-quality results.
Review and sign off on lab records, sample worksheets, and data packages.
Collaborate with scientists and engineers on problem solving and root-cause analysis.
Own calibration/verification for pipettes, balances, pH/conductivity meters, temperature probes, and internal instruments.
Own cleaning and preventive maintenance routines.
Partner with engineers to update WIs, visual standards, and data-review checklists.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Quality.
Qualifications
BS degree or higher in a technical field.
5+ years in bioanalytical QC or a related lab role (proteins/biologics, colloids, nanoparticles), including hands‑on DLS/MALS/NTA/zeta experience.
Strong wet‑lab skills: accurate pipetting, buffer preparation, clean techniques, handling of proteins and particles.
Proficient in data integrity and review.
Comfortable with basic statistics.
Documentation excellence; fluent with standard office tools. Python experience preferred.
Physical Requirements When working in the machine shop, chemistry lab, or optics lab, appropriate protective gear must be worn, including safety glasses, laser/UV eye protection, lab coats, and closed‑toed shoes. Office space, optics lab, chemistry lab, warehouse, and electronics/optical manufacturing areas. The employee may occasionally be exposed to moderate noise levels (e.g., loud fans in electronics equipment). Occasional travel may be required (e.g., test labs, customer sites, conferences and trade shows, or training).
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