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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst
Employee Classification: QA Analyst
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation
SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers
Department: HSC-Center for Human ID-304600
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Grade 10
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Center for Human Identification (CHI) at UNT Health is an accredited forensic lab designated as a criminal justice agency by the state of Texas. Globally recognized for its expertise, CHI offers forensic DNA testing, forensic genetic genealogy (FGG), CODIS operations, anthropological analysis, investigative support, cutting-edge research initiatives, and forensic training and education. CHI was the first public lab in the nation accredited to perform forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) and manages the Texas Missing Persons DNA Database.
Position Overview
The Quality Assurance Analyst is part of the Quality Management team, led by the Quality Director (QD). This position will assist the Director and Assistant Quality Director (AQD) in ensuring the highest level of quality assurance and quality control for CHI’s labs, by supporting their efforts to manage and implement the requirements of the accreditation programs and standard practices for the Center.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors and two (2) years of experience, or any equivalent combinations of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
- Willingness to acquire aptitude in general laboratory procedures, techniques, and documentation.
- Ability to keep records, assemble and organize data, and prepare reports in acceptable formats.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- The ability to evaluate complex language and seek out guidance on interpretation questions relating to local policies and laws.
Preferred Qualifications
Forensic DNA laboratory technical and/or quality assurance experience.
Job Duties
- Assist with quality assurance and quality control documentation for proficiency testing, corrective actions, and internal and external audits under the direction of the Quality Director and Assistant Director.
- Assist with the documentation, review and ongoing monitoring of quality incidents and corrective actions.
- Assist with notifications to legal stakeholders.
- Import and organize quality assurance and quality control documentation into Qualtrax.
- Assist with Quality Working Group (QWG) meetings and projects.
- Assist QD and AQD with documentation for internal audits, gap assessments, and annual management review.
- Assist with quality- and lab safety-related training for lab employees.
- Assist with monthly and annual equipment assessments and quality checks.
- Assist with annual equipment inventory audits to ensure equipment, reagents and supplies meet required accreditation standards for quality assurance.
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
8:00a - 5:00p, M-F, with option for modified schedule
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Employment at the Center for Human Identification is contingent upon your agreement to provide a DNA sample for purposes of quality control to detect sample contamination.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst
Employee Classification: QA Analyst
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation
SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers
Department: HSC-Center for Human ID-304600
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Grade 10
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Center for Human Identification (CHI) at UNT Health is an accredited forensic lab designated as a criminal justice agency by the state of Texas. Globally recognized for its expertise, CHI offers forensic DNA testing, forensic genetic genealogy (FGG), CODIS operations, anthropological analysis, investigative support, cutting-edge research initiatives, and forensic training and education. CHI was the first public lab in the nation accredited to perform forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) and manages the Texas Missing Persons DNA Database.
Position Overview
The Quality Assurance Analyst is part of the Quality Management team, led by the Quality Director (QD). This position will assist the Director and Assistant Quality Director (AQD) in ensuring the highest level of quality assurance and quality control for CHI’s labs, by supporting their efforts to manage and implement the requirements of the accreditation programs and standard practices for the Center.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors and two (2) years of experience, or any equivalent combinations of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
- Willingness to acquire aptitude in general laboratory procedures, techniques, and documentation.
- Ability to keep records, assemble and organize data, and prepare reports in acceptable formats.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- The ability to evaluate complex language and seek out guidance on interpretation questions relating to local policies and laws.
Preferred Qualifications
Forensic DNA laboratory technical and/or quality assurance experience.
Job Duties
- Assist with quality assurance and quality control documentation for proficiency testing, corrective actions, and internal and external audits under the direction of the Quality Director and Assistant Director.
- Assist with the documentation, review and ongoing monitoring of quality incidents and corrective actions.
- Assist with notifications to legal stakeholders.
- Import and organize quality assurance and quality control documentation into Qualtrax.
- Assist with Quality Working Group (QWG) meetings and projects.
- Assist QD and AQD with documentation for internal audits, gap assessments, and annual management review.
- Assist with quality- and lab safety-related training for lab employees.
- Assist with monthly and annual equipment assessments and quality checks.
- Assist with annual equipment inventory audits to ensure equipment, reagents and supplies meet required accreditation standards for quality assurance.
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
8:00a - 5:00p, M-F, with option for modified schedule
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Employment at the Center for Human Identification is contingent upon your agreement to provide a DNA sample for purposes of quality control to detect sample contamination.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a QA Analyst
Verify your CIP code matches QA roles
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Information Systems codes all support QA Analyst eligibility, but some Business Information Systems codes don't.
Search E-Verify enrollment before applying
Pull the employer's E-Verify enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before submitting any application. An employer not enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, regardless of how eager they are to hire you.
Build your I-983 training plan around QA competencies
Draft your I-983 before your offer letter is finalized so you can negotiate specific training objectives. QA-relevant goals include test automation frameworks, defect lifecycle management, and CI/CD pipeline integration, not vague language about general software development.
Target employers with active STEM OPT hiring patterns
Use Migrate Mate to filter QA Analyst postings by employers who already hire STEM OPT workers, so you're not educating a hiring manager about E-Verify requirements mid-process when the role is already competitive.
Negotiate a start date that covers DSO processing time
Your DSO needs up to ten business days to issue the STEM OPT extension I-20 after you submit your I-983 and supporting documents. Build that window into your offer negotiation so your start date doesn't conflict with pending paperwork.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary conversation
Look up the prevailing wage for QA Analyst roles in your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer call. STEM OPT employers aren't required to meet prevailing wage, but knowing it lets you evaluate whether an offer reflects your market value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a QA Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree carries a STEM-designated CIP code and the QA Analyst role is directly related to that field of study. Degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and related Information Technology disciplines consistently support QA Analyst positions. Your DSO will confirm the match when processing your STEM OPT I-20, so bring your offer letter and a job description that outlines technical responsibilities like test automation, software validation, or systems analysis.
What happens if my QA Analyst employer isn't enrolled in E-Verify?
You cannot work for them on a STEM OPT extension. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers, and there's no waiver or workaround. If you discover the gap after accepting an offer, the employer needs to enroll and receive an E-Verify company ID before your STEM OPT extension start date. Use the E-Verify employer search to confirm enrollment status before any offer conversation reaches the background check stage.
How does the I-983 training plan work for a QA Analyst position?
The I-983 is a formal agreement between you and your employer that documents what technical skills you'll develop during your STEM OPT period. For a QA Analyst role, it should specify concrete objectives like proficiency in specific automation tools, testing methodologies, or quality frameworks. Your employer signs it, you submit it to your DSO, and USCIS can request it during compliance reviews. You'll update the I-983 annually and when you change employers, so keep it current and role-specific throughout your extension.
Can I switch QA Analyst employers during my STEM OPT extension?
Yes, but the new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, and you need to report the change to your DSO within ten days. You'll need a new I-983 signed by the incoming employer before your start date there. There's no limit on the number of employer changes during your 36-month authorization window, but each transition requires the same E-Verify verification, I-983 update, and DSO reporting steps. Browse QA Analyst roles at companies that already hire STEM OPT workers on Migrate Mate to make transitions smoother.
What does cap-gap mean for a QA Analyst on STEM OPT pursuing H-1B?
If your STEM OPT extension is active when your H-1B visa petition is filed for the following fiscal year lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year if you're selected. For QA Analysts, this means you don't need to stop working between STEM OPT expiration and the H-1B start date on October 1. USCIS issues updated guidance on cap-gap each spring when H-1B selection results are released, so confirm your status with your DSO after lottery results are announced.