Quality Control Scientist
About The Position
TekWissen is recruiting for a client specializing in biotechnology product development services and supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services. The client serves healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education and reports approximately $40 billion in annual revenue. The Quality Control Scientist I performs routine chemical testing of pharmaceutical finished products and stability samples using established analytical methods. The role uses HPLC, dissolution, and wet chemistry techniques to assess product strength, impurities, identity, and other quality characteristics. It also includes routine operation, calibration, and verification of laboratory instruments; preparation of laboratory solutions; documentation and reporting of results; and support of QC testing schedules and manufacturing operations. The position follows applicable SOPs, cGMP, GLP, safety, and quality requirements. This is a 12-month temporary assignment based onsite in Cincinnati, Ohio. The schedule is Monday through Friday on first shift, with a start time between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related physical science discipline.
- 1–2 years of experience in chemical or analytical laboratory testing using HPLC or GC techniques; equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant laboratory experience may be considered.
- Hands-on experience and working knowledge of HPLC instrumentation.
- Knowledge of analytical chemistry, qualitative and quantitative testing, laboratory instrumentation, wet chemistry techniques, and sample preparation.
- Understanding of cGMP, GLP, SOPs, and pharmaceutical quality and regulatory standards.
- Ability to accurately document analytical results, follow laboratory procedures, and comply with safety and quality guidelines.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform laboratory activities for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing approximately 10–35 lbs.
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment safely and wear required personal protective equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine chemical testing of pharmaceutical finished products and stability samples using established analytical methods.
- Test product strength, impurities, identity, and other quality characteristics using HPLC, dissolution, and wet chemistry techniques.
- Operate analytical laboratory instrumentation and perform routine calibrations and verifications.
- Prepare mobile phases, diluents, reagents, and other laboratory solutions.
- Identify, document, and report out-of-specification results and unexpected analytical findings.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records, test results, and supporting documentation.
- Follow established SOPs, cGMP, and GLP.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and work areas in accordance with safety and quality standards.
- Support QC laboratory activities, testing schedules, and manufacturing operations.
- Troubleshoot routine analytical issues and communicate findings effectively.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
