QC Chemist (Raw Materials)

Eurofins•Gaithersburg, MD

1d•$31 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins PSS is seeking a QC Chemist (Raw Materials) to support the launch and operation of a new raw materials testing laboratory. This position will perform routine and non-routine analytical testing in a cGMP environment while contributing to a collaborative, start-up lab setting. Training will be conducted in both Gaithersburg, MD and Frederick, MD.

Requirements

BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
3+ years of pharmaceutical QC experience, including wet lab testing
Hands-on experience with raw materials testing
Proficiency in HPLC/UPLC, GC, and FTIR
Familiarity with compendial methods and physiochemical testing (e.g., pH, appearance, wet chemistry)
Strong understanding of cGMP and documentation practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Strong attention to detail with commitment to data integrity (ALCOA)
Experience in Lean lab practices
Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Perform raw materials testing in accordance with GxP, SOPs, and compendial methods (USP/NF, Ph. Eur., JP)
Conduct wet chemistry, HPLC/UPLC, GC, and FTIR analyses
Accurately document all work using laboratory notebooks, logbooks, and electronic systems
Review and evaluate data against specifications; report out-of-specification or abnormal results
Troubleshoot instrumentation and perform basic maintenance
Support deviations, investigations, change controls, and CAPAs
Author and revise SOPs and technical documentation
Perform data review and documentation verification
Assist with method implementation and process improvements
Maintain lab organization using Lean/6 Sigma principles, including inventory and sample management
Collaborate with team members while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment