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Quality Control Chemist

Actalent
Frederick, MD Other
POSTED ON 3/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Job Title: Quality Control Chemist


Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Quality Control Chemist to join our team. The role involves performing a range of analytical tests and ensuring compliance with quality control processes. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can contribute to innovative cell therapy solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Perform testing of raw materials, intermediates, and final products using analytical methods such as Cell based bioassays, Flow Cytometry, ELISA, and qPCR assays.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure it is in optimal working condition through regular calibration and maintenance.
  • Assist in monitoring and trending data, review routine test data, and related documents for in-process testing, drug substance, and drug product release.
  • Support the generation of Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) for product release.
  • Author or revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), qualification/validation protocols, and reports.
  • Assist with laboratory investigations regarding out of specification (OOS) results and participate in root cause analysis for deviations related to analytical procedures.
  • Provide updates at daily and weekly meetings.
  • Monitor GMP systems to ensure compliance with documented policies and review proposed changes to systems, procedures, methods, and regulatory submissions.
  • Gather metric information for continuous improvement in areas of responsibility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
  • AA Degree with 2 years of experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience.
  • High School Degree with 3 years of experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP, SOPs, and quality control processes.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate and work independently with scientific/technical personnel.
  • Well-versed in various analytical techniques such as Flow Cytometry, ELISAs, PCR, and cell bioassays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience identifying, writing, evaluating, and closing OOS’s and investigations.
  • Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (21 CFR Part 11/210/211).
  • Preferred experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, with a focus on quality, speed, and agility. Team members operate with an entrepreneurial spirit, challenging the status quo and striving for excellence. The role involves working with advanced laboratory technologies and equipment. The dress code is professional, and the position may require adherence to specific safety protocols.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.50/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 Frederick,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 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 : $25 - $28

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