Quality Control Sample Associate

Serán Bio Science is searching for a Sample Associate to help organize and coordinate inventory for the quality control testing laboratory. The Sample Associate plays a key role supporting sample coordination by managing QC sample inventory, including the receipt, handling, shipment, and storage of samples supporting the GMP retention program, stability program, and external Contract Testing Laboratories (CTL) testing. This role combines organizational support to a laboratory environment and is a great opportunity for entry‑level professional laboratory experience.

Preference will be given to those who have strong attention to detail with firm understanding of documentation compliance and record keeping. Those who have a strong desire to support laboratory research and development encouraged to apply.

• Sample coordination and receipt from other departments for internal and external testing
• Manages QC sample inventory, including in-process, release, retain, and stability samples
• Ships samples to external Contract Testing Laboratories (CTL)
• Follows up with CTLs on testing and turnaround times to ensure testing deadlines are met
• Performs data entry for tracking & trending of sample management and laboratory reports
• Keeps accurate and complete records per cGMP
• Effectively communicates updates & results from CTLs to internal team and management
• Initiates laboratory investigations, including OOS
• All other duties as assigned

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross‑functional teams
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and keep leadership apprised of performance to timelines
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

• High School diploma
• 1–2 years experience in a position requiring strong analytical skills (measurements, math, labeling, working with spreadsheets)

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing in a laboratory environment
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Compensation correlates to skills and experience presented by the selected candidate.

Employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find coverage that best meets their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers basic life and long‑term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program provides support for employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán Bio Science are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the United States. Serán is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.