Quality Control Coordinator I
Rockville, MD, US, 20850
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Job Summary
The Quality Control (QC) Coordinator is a key administrative and logistical support role within the Quality Control department, ensuring the efficient and compliant management of all product samples and associated data. This position serves as the central point of coordination for sample lifecycle activities, from receipt and inventory management to data archiving and external shipment, while strictly adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The coordinator works cross-functionally with Project Managers (PMs), laboratory personnel, and external testing sites to maintain data integrity and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Coordinate the receipt, logging, labeling, storage, tracking, and disposal of all QC samples.
- Maintain accurate inventory records of all retain, stability, and release samples using LIMS or designated tracking systems.
- Prepare documentation (sample submission forms, shipping request forms, etc.) and coordinate compliant shipment of samples to clients and external testing sites.
- Manage the process for pulling stability samples at specified time points for testing initiation.
- Systematically retrieve, archive, and track QC data packages, ensuring secure storage and accessibility.
- Collaborate with departments to perform audit trail reviews on electronic instrument reports and raw data to ensure data integrity and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
- Maintain and update trackers, logbooks, and databases reflecting current sample and testing statuses.
- Serve as the liaison for sample data requests, collaborating with Project Managers and other stakeholders.
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the Quality Control department and management team for ad-hoc projects and general coordination tasks as required.
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences) or relevant higher education is strongly preferred.
- 1-3 years’ experience in a GMP/GLP environment (QC or sample management preferred)
- Proficiency in LIMS, EDMS, and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills for effective internal and external collaboration.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation Data
The pay rate for this role is $24.00 - $26.00 per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
About Charles River’s CDMO Services
With over 20 years of experience and industry-leading expertise, Charles River’s cell and gene therapy Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) group supports biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies in advancing their complex programs from early development through commercialization. Our integrated, phase-appropriate CDMO capabilities—including plasmid DNA, viral vector, and cell therapy manufacturing—enable seamless development and faster timelines. With centers of excellence in the US and UK, we offer GMP-compliant and research-grade solutions, along with comprehensive analytical services and regulatory support. Whether clients need end-to-end development, standalone services, or insourced support, our CDMO team provides custom solutions to meet evolving program needs. From process development in Hanover to viral vector manufacturing in Rockville, large-scale cell therapy production in Memphis, and plasmid DNA services in Keele, we simplify the supply chain and accelerate cell and gene therapy breakthroughs.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.
We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com.
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