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Valent BioSciences Quality Control Analyst Intern- Valent BioSciences, LLC in Osage, Iowa
Quality Control Analyst Intern
About Us:
Valent BioSciences LLC is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and o ur products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical, Valent BioSciences LLC operates with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit.
The Valent Biosciences manufacturing site located on an expansive 73-acre site in Osage, IA is a state of the art 130,000 square foot plant and is the largest purpose-built biorational facility in the world. It serves as the manufacturing and quality control center for Valent Biosciences broad portfolio of fermentation products.
Description of Job:
As a Quality Control Analyst Intern at Valent BioSciences you will learn and be exposed to various Quality Control test methods for Valent BioSciences Corporation product release. The various assays include High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), bioassays with insects, physical tests, microbiological tests, and culture preparation. You may also learn how to rear high quality insects in our insectary. In addition, you will be exposed to current good manufacturing practices (GMP). You will be assigned projects that are pre-determined by Quality department management with a focus within a specific area in the lab such as Microbiology, Entomology, Physical Chemistry or HPLC. You will be required to write a project charter, all applicable protocols and procedures, and provide a final presentation.
Key Responsibilities:
Testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished goods.
Perform chemical testing using analytical instrumentation including HPLC, etc.
Perform insect bioassay testing.
Perform insectary work with a significant focus on cleanliness and consistency.
Troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation and administer simple repairs as needed.
Bacterial culture inoculations and testing in a cleanroom setting.
Perform bioburden testing according to standard bacteriology methods.
Completion of bench records and data entry.
Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment and instrumentation.
Preparation of standards and stock solutions.
Maintenance of test methods and test procedures.
Data Entry within Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Conduct and / or assist with laboratory investigations and deviations.
Adhere to testing schedules to accomplish a high volume of critical work without compromising the integrity of the results while meeting the scheduling needs of manufacturing.
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
HS diploma or equivalent required. Majoring in one of the following: Biology, Entomology, Microbiology, Virology, Chemistry or closely related field desired.
Good written and verbal communication required.
Ability to write, comprehend, and understand written scientific procedures.
Must have flexibility to work some limited off-shift and weekend hours.
What We Offer:
We work together to power our sustainable future. Here’s what drives us: Valent BioSciences, LLC has a strong commitment to both sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). In fact, being a responsible corporate citizen has been ingrained in our culture since the company’s founding. Today, it remains at the forefront of everything we do.
Valent BioSciences LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.
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To apply visit:
https://www.valentbiosciences.com/careers/