Urgently Hiring QC Scientist I

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Job Title: QC Scientist IJob Description

As a QC Scientist I, you will be engaged in bench testing activities including sample preparation, wet chemistry, standard weighing, and dilutions. Over time, you will receive training on High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC). This role involves working in both the Oral Dose Solids and Nasals departments, conducting chemical and physical analyses to support the development of manufacturable multisource pharmaceutical products. You will provide analytical support for the release of registration materials for regulatory submissions and assist in analytical method validation and transfer activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned analytical tasks in support of product development, registration lot release, and regulatory submission activities.
• Complete activities within assigned timelines while ensuring compliance with cGXP standards and company practices.
• Follow work instructions, SOPs, and company practices, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of analytical activities and results.
• Identify challenges in analytical methods and support troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure all documentation is right-first time.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in dilutions, sample preparation, and wet chemistry.
• Strong background in chemistry or biochemistry.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related science field is required.
• Candidates with degrees in Biology, Microbiology, or Pharmaceutical Science with strong chemistry lab experience will also be considered.
• Prior lab experience, especially outside of academia, is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work with supervision using scientific judgment and professional competency.

Work Environment

The role is set in a fast-paced environment where you will spend time in both the quality group and occasionally the manufacturing area. The position operates on a 2nd shift schedule, Monday to Friday from 3 PM to 11:30 PM, with some flexibility. Initially, the schedule will be five 8-hour shifts, transitioning to four 10-hour shifts after training. This environment offers ample opportunities for growth and upward mobility within the organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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