QA Specialist, Molecular Science

•An active NACI clearance or the ability to obtain a NACI clearance is required for consideration. •The QA Specialist supports quality management and compliance activities within a high-volume laboratory production environment. This role ensures adherence to quality standards, supports audit readiness, and maintains documentation aligned with laboratory and accreditation requirements. This role supports quality systems, compliance activities, daily QA monitoring, and audit readiness within a laboratory production environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for QA Specialist /

Quality Management:

$105,000- $115,000 Pay commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. QA Specialist /

Quality Management Responsibilities Include:

Support the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems Maintain QA documentation, logs, and records Assist with audit readiness, inspections, and compliance reviews Track corrective actions and ensure follow-through Support SOP development, updates, and version control Monitor adherence to QA/QC standards across laboratory processes Coordinate with laboratory staff to reinforce compliance expectations Support training documentation and quality tracking activities QA Specialist / Quality Management Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, public health, or related field 4+ years of experience in QA, compliance, or regulated environments Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline Ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured environment Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently and resolve problems without constant supervision Excellent written and verbal communication skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Preferred Qualifications Experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, clinical laboratory, or other regulated quality environments preferred Experience in molecular biology (i.e., DNA analysis, Sequencing, PCR, rtPCR, etc) Experience supporting audit readiness, daily QA monitoring, and compliance documentation Ability to interpret and apply ISO or similar quality requirements in an operational setting Familiarity with both production processes and laboratory testing environments is preferred Strong documentation discipline and ability to reinforce compliance requirements with teams What a Strong Fit Looks Like Detail-oriented and process-driven Comfortable reinforcing standards and expectations Strong documentation habits Reliable, consistent, and responsive Works well in small, team-based environments

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLC is focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com. #LI-SH1 Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords:

Quality Assurance Laboratory Compliance CLIA Molecular lab PCR testing

QA/QC ISO

SOPs Audit Readiness Documentation Control Public Health Lab Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations