Quality Assurance Co-op | Winter | ViVitro Labs Job Victoria area,BC Canada,Quality Assurance

Position: Quality Assurance Co-op | Winter 2027 | ViVitro Labs

ViVitro Labs is an ISO 17025 accredited testing laboratory and a designer and manufacturer of advanced test systems used by leading cardiovascular device companies worldwide. ViVitro provides engineered solutions for cardiovascular testing by combining scalable and modular test systems with advanced and validated test methods. We elevate patient safety at the pre-clinical level while enabling seamless scalability throughout the entire development process.

Term

Details:

Expected term length: 8 months (January - August 2027)
Full-time, on-site (40 hours/week)
Location:

Victoria, BC

Salary:

Hourly rate for 3rd-year students: $24.99
Hourly rate for 4th-year students: $26.14

Key Responsibilities:

Support the management and maintenance of ViVitro’s ISO 17025 Quality Management System
Provide quality assurance support for cardiovascular testing activities and equipment development projects
Review test protocols and test reports from the Laboratory Department to support compliance with ISO 17025 and regulatory requirements
Review, author, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and quality forms with guidance from the team
Participate in internal audits, including preparation of audit documentation, reports, and follow-up activities
Track and support resolution of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and Engineering Change Requests (ECR)
Assist in the development, review, and implementation of quality manuals, procedures, standards, and engineering and laboratory work instructions
Perform document control activities, ensuring documents are reviewed, approved, released, and maintained in accordance with QMS requirements
Perform document archiving and ensure record retention requirements are met
Communicate procedural changes and updates across departments, including Engineering Services, Product Development, and Operations
Support other QA initiatives and related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Currently completing a post-secondary program in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline, with graduation expected in the near term.
Working knowledge or academic exposure to Quality Management Systems
Familiarity with ISO 17025:2017 requirements is a strong advantage
Experience or coursework related to mechanical testing is an asset
Enrollment in or completion of a Quality Assurance certificate program is an asset
Demonstrated willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
Interest in quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

Job Requirements:

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Ability to analyze information and present data clearly
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working with documentation and technical procedures
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team'

What You’ll Learn:

How QMS works and how ISO 17025 is applied in a real laboratory
How audits, CAPA, and document control work in practice
Exposure to quality practices in a regulated testing environment
Technical insight on the medical device industry

About ViVitro Labs:

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meet every single requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At ViVitro Labs, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.