QC Chemist (Pharmaceutical)

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Client Overview:

Our client is a growing pharmaceutical organization dedicated to delivering high-quality products while maintaining strong regulatory and compliance standards. They are known for fostering a collaborative environment focused on innovation and operational excellence. Currently, they are looking to add a QC Chemist (Pharmaceutical) to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$36/hr

Position Overview:

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented QC Chemist (Pharmaceutical) to join their on-site team. This individual will support quality control testing, analyze data, and help ensure regulatory compliance within a fast-paced CDMO setting. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and be available to start as soon as possible. Relocation assistance is not available, so local candidates are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities of the QC Chemist (Pharmaceutical):

• Conduct QC testing on raw materials and finished products (including tablets, capsules, and other dosage forms) using techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, dissolution, and particle size analysis.
• Analyze, interpret, and document analytical data while maintaining accurate laboratory records.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements, including FDA and EMA standards.
• Operate, calibrate, and perform routine maintenance on analytical instruments and lab equipment.
• Partner with cross-functional groups such as R&D and manufacturing to support product development and release activities.
• Offer technical guidance and assist with training for junior team members when needed.

Required Experience/Skills for the QC Chemist (Pharmaceutical):

• 3 to 7 years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical analytical laboratory.
• Strong working knowledge of HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, and dissolution testing.
• Solid documentation practices aligned with cGMP requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail with effective problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the QC Chemist (Pharmaceutical):

• Prior experience within a CDMO environment.
• Exposure to ingestible powder and oral solid dosage testing.
• Understanding of global regulatory standards and quality systems.

Education Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in progress will not be considered. 

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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