Quality Control Scientist I
About The Position
The Quality Control Scientist I usually works with some supervision, consulting the Group Lead when unusual matters arise. They may be supported by laboratory associate‑level scientists. The role involves broad assignments that require originality, ingenuity, and independent judgment, with appreciable latitude for un‑reviewed decisions. The Scientist I may also direct projects and guide employees in a technical lead capacity. Additionally, they are responsible for complying with all divisional and site Environmental Health and Safety requirements. The role: Develop and execute laboratory work plans/schedules independently, using customer milestones and Division/site performance standards and metrics. Sample types include Raw Materials, in-process, Release, API and/or Packaging Components. Techniques include HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, Polarimetry, FTIR, UV-VIS Spectrophotometer and/or wet chemistry testing. Perform method development and/or method transfer activities. Authors technical documents, such as protocols, test methods, text reports and operating procedures. Review technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness and regulatory compliance. Responsible as Technical Lead/Subject Matter Expert with responsibility for project outcome and customer interaction. Executes efficiency improvement project with guidance. Trains others on laboratory techniques.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related life science or physical science is required at minimum.
- 5+ years related work experience preferred.
- Master’s degree with 2+ years related experience
- Doctorate Degree with 0–2 years related experience.
- Ability to process, maintain, and interpret data.
- Understanding of instrument operations and troubleshooting skills in multiple techniques.
Nice To Haves
- Proactively address work issues at both an individual and a team level.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute laboratory work plans/schedules independently, using customer milestones and Division/site performance standards and metrics.
- Perform method development and/or method transfer activities.
- Authors technical documents, such as protocols, test methods, text reports and operating procedures.
- Review technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness and regulatory compliance.
- Responsible as Technical Lead/Subject Matter Expert with responsibility for project outcome and customer interaction.
- Executes efficiency improvement project with guidance.
- Trains others on laboratory techniques.
- Comply with all divisional and site Environmental Health and Safety requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive medical benefits and 401K
- 152 hours PTO + 8 Paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
