Quality Control Technologist I

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

We are looking for a Quality Control Technologist who will be responsible for maintaining equipment and reagent compliance in Tempus' laboratories.

What You'll Do:

• Work within a cutting-edge genomics workflow to provide quality control support in a high-volume molecular laboratory.

• Create and implement equipment functionality and reagent processes for use by Tempus R&D, clinical, and modeling lab staff while maintaining CLIA/CAP/NYS-DOH/ISO compliance.

• Complete, schedule, and track Performance Qualifications (PQs), Preventive Maintenance (PM), relocation, and routine maintenance for all laboratory equipment. 

• Organize and prepare reagents prior to quality control evaluations and use. Execute and record quality control evaluations for new reagent lots for laboratory use.

• Collect and analyze QC data including phase ins, PQs, and monitoring of metrics.

• Investigate issues and facilitate the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.

• Liaise with lab management and personnel to provide training, troubleshoot issues, and prioritize QC activities.

• Report significant findings/deviations and system deficiencies to lab management, as appropriate.

• Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and equipment records within the document control system, including drafting, revision, and review of internal SOPs and other quality documentation, including but not limited to: reagent lot verifications, equipment repair field service reports, and maintenance logs. 

• Navigate filing and database systems to retrieve and accurately record QC results and data.

• Participate in lab audits with QA/Pharma/regulatory bodies as needed.

• Monitor and respond to laboratory temperature excursions.

• Maintain a clean working environment and contribute to maintaining an organized laboratory.

Qualifications:

• BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science.

  • Prefer at least 1 year of previous experience in a molecular lab or with laboratory liquid handlers.

• Previous experience in a clinical lab regulated by CAP/ CLIA/ NYS/ ISO is highly desirable.

• Ability to analyze quality control data, monitor assay or instrument performance metrics. 

• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and investigate issues within laboratory processes and implement corrective actions.

• Excellent communication skills for working with cross-functional teams. 

• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and managing documentation within a control system. 

• Strong organizational skills with superb attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proven ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to new processes smoothly.

• Moderate experience with Microsoft Excel and/ or Google Sheets.

• Good time management skills.

• Able to lift 40lbs occasionally, highly desirable. 

Illinois Pay: $23.25

The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.