QC Analyst - Raw Materials

Agilent Technologies•Frederick, MD

About The Position

Agilent Technologies is expanding its Colorado operations to support the development and commercialization of nucleic acid therapeutics. The QC Analyst - Raw Materials samples raw materials and conducts routine and non-routine analyses to support manufacturing campaigns. When time allows, the analyst may also support in-process testing for the Frederick team. The role calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment, prepares mobile phases, solutions, samples, and standards, and manages raw-material sample and retain storage and disposal. It also includes reviewing laboratory data, participating in investigations, completing on-the-job and SOP training, updating SOPs as needed, and potentially working on analytical and instrument problem-solving projects. This is a full-time, day-shift position, Monday through Friday, with no travel required. The full-time equivalent pay range is $34.00–$53.13 per hour, with eligibility for bonus, stock, and benefits. Applications are accepted until at least October 29, 2026, or until the position is no longer posted.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant experience for this level.
Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry or a related life sciences field.
Knowledge of cGMP guidelines and international regulations, including ICH Q7, related to Quality Control programs supporting API production, stability, and drug product release.
Knowledge of FDA regulations and guidelines.
Ability to coordinate and handle day-to-day tasks and collaborate to meet deadlines and objectives.
Knowledge of and skill in using computer software and hardware applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Knowledge of analytical equipment and instrumentation.

Nice To Haves

HPLC experience.
Experience working in a GMP environment.

Responsibilities

Sample raw materials, occasionally using a respirator.
Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of raw materials to support manufacturing campaigns.
Support in-process testing for the Frederick team when time allows.
Perform biochemical and/or chemical analyses, including lab bench testing, appearance checks, FTIR, identity testing, UV, Karl-Fischer titrations, acid-base titrations, HPLC, LC-MS, GC, GC-MS, NMR, and ICP-M.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
Prepare mobile phases and other solutions for raw-material and in-process testing.
Prepare samples and standards for laboratory analyses.
Maintain raw-material sample and retain storage and disposal schedules.
Participate in investigations when needed.
Complete on-the-job training, including SOP training and three-step in-lab training on all QC jobs.
Review data related to laboratory testing.
Revise and update standard operating procedures as needed.
Perform special projects involving analytical and instrument problem-solving when time allows.