Scientist, Quality - Document Control

PerkinElmer • Customer Site - VA, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Scientist, Quality-Document Control supports document control and records management activities within the Quality Team as part of an End-to-End (E2E) Laboratory Modernization Program. This role is responsible for maintaining controlled documents and ensuring laboratory records are managed in accordance with established quality requirements and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related scientific discipline. OR Associate degree with 2+ years of relevant quality or laboratory experience.
• Relevant quality-related laboratory experience commensurate with level (entry-level candidates through experienced scientists will be considered).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of managing tasks with strong attention to detail.
• Strong technical writing and documentation review capabilities.
• Knowledge of document control principles and records management requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems.
• Understanding of ISO 17025 and regulated laboratory environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting document control systems and quality records management.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems and LIMS.
• Experience supporting regulated laboratory environments.
• Experience with ISO 17025, GLP, GMP, or FDA quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain controlled documents including SOPs, work instructions, forms, and quality records.
• Coordinate document revisions, approvals, archival activities, and retention requirements.
• Ensure document control processes comply with quality system requirements.
• Support document retrieval and records management activities.
• Review documentation for accuracy, completeness, and traceability.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel to support effective documentation practices.
• Support audits and inspection readiness activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve document control processes and systems.
• Maintain training and compliance in health, safety, environmental, and operational requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree