Job Title: QC Chemist II

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled QC Chemist II with a strong background in the sciences and Quality Control (QC) data review experience. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in HPLC, GC, Wet Chemistry, and have experience with Quality Assurance (QA) activities including CAPAs, Change Controls, and writing SOPs. This role is essential for ensuring the integrity and quality of our products in compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Request quotes for contract testing and coordinate shipments.
• Make requisition as per lab requirement.
• Record temperatures and perform monthly calibration verification for instruments.
• Conduct QC peer reviews of data and lab notebook reviews.
• Release raw materials in accordance with QC SOPs.
• Perform regular monthly lab duties such as inventory management, expired chemical disposal, cleaning BSC, incubators, and safety shower checks.
• Improve analytical methods used in product lot release, raw material release, and stability studies.
• Utilize analytical methods including UV/Visible spectroscopy, Gel permeation chromatography, HPLC, GC, CD, ultracentrifugation, Conductivity, and Wet Chemistry for raw material, injection, and LDO tests.
• Validate analytical methods for performance in QC.
• Independently complete required daily activities in the QC labs in compliance with company SOPs, STMs, CAPA, Change Control, NC, and appropriate health authority regulations and guidance. Review documents and prepare data reports.
• Coordinate sampling schedules with manufacturing, QC, and QA.
• Participate in in-process POLYMERS samples from manufacturing facilities, including sampling, testing, and data analysis.
• Perform recertification of in-house reference standards for finished products annually.
• Conduct all tests for release and stability testing.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a QC lab.
• Experience performing routine testing with instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, UV/VIS.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a GMP environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a good command of the English language.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Awareness of applicable research regulatory requirements, GDP, and ICH guidelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Work Environment

Candidates will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a team of 13 people, onsite 5 days a week. Flexibility to work outside of standard hours and weekends is required occasionally. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexibility for overtime. The dress code is business casual. The team-oriented culture focuses on achieving common goals and growing the company. Candidates must be comfortable transitioning from a paper-based system and be able to lift 10-20 lbs (file boxes).

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Brunswick,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $36 - $41