QA Chemist

About Atrium:

Client Overview:

Our client is a GMP manufacturer committed to quality and regulatory excellence. The well-established Quality team ensures every product meets rigorous cGMP, FDA, and industry standards through robust laboratory investigation and continuous improvement processes. Our client is currently looking to add a QA Chemist to their team.  

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$35/hr – $45/hr  

Position Overview:

For the QA Chemist role, our client is seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist with a strong background in quality investigations to lead and support Out of Specification (OOS), Out of Trend (OOT), and laboratory event investigations. The QA Chemist combines hands-on analytical chemistry expertise with investigative rigor, driving root cause analysis, corrective actions, and cross-functional collaboration to maintain compliance and quality standards.  

Responsibilities of the QA Chemist:

• The QA Chemist will lead and support investigations for OOS, OOT, laboratory events, and process failures within QC labs.
• Apply analytical chemistry knowledge to guide root cause analysis and ensure investigation integrity and compliance.
• Partner with manufacturing, quality control, and other departments to complete thorough, compliant investigations.
• The QA Chemist will track and drive timely closure of laboratory investigations.
• Identify, implement, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support generation of Quality Metrics, KPIs, and trending data.
• Maintain accurate spreadsheets/databases for investigation meetings and reporting.
• Participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits/inspections.
• Prepare and deliver status reports and Quality Review Committee materials.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in lab processes.

Required Experience/Skills for the QA Chemist:

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory (bench chemist) within the pharmaceutical, medical device, or biologics industry.
• Demonstrated experience conducting investigations and root cause analysis.
• Working knowledge of cGMP or GLP.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the QA Chemist:

• Related industry certifications in Quality.
• Experience presenting to regulatory or customer auditors.
• Prior participation in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Availability to start immediately.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree in Chemistry or a related field is preferred but not required.

Benefits:

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

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