ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST, QC

Associate Scientist, QC Location: concord, Ohio Category: Scientific Salary: $75,000.00 Country: United States Employment: Direct Hire/Perm Worksite: On-Site Apply For This Position Job Description Key Responsibilities Perform analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples.Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, FTIR, and other analytical equipment.Support stability programs through sample management, testing, and data generation.Review analytical data for accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation.Investigate OOS (Out-of-Specification) and OOT (Out-of-Trend) results and support CAPA activities.Author and review laboratory documentation, including protocols, reports, methods, and specifications.Support raw material sampling, testing, and release processes.Maintain laboratory inventory, reagents, standards, and retained samples.Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams to support product release and ongoing operations.Ensure compliance with cGMP, GLP, and applicable regulatory requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.3+ years of pharmaceutical or life sciences laboratory experience.Experience working in a Quality Control laboratory environment.Hands-on experience with HPLC and analytical testing methodologies.Experience working within cGMP-regulated environments.Strong understanding of pharmaceutical analytical techniques and laboratory documentation practices. Preferred Qualifications Experience with GC, FTIR, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, XRD, DSC, TGA, or related instrumentation.Experience supporting stability studies.Knowledge of ICH guidelines and pharmaceutical quality systems.Experience conducting OOS/OOT investigations and root cause analysis.Small molecule pharmaceutical experience. Desired Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent documentation and technical writing skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word. Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us(opens in new tab) directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements. Fraud Alert Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it’s from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.