Chemist

Join a growing pharmaceutical laboratory and support the testing and analysis of products in a GMP-regulated environment. This role offers hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and the opportunity to contribute to quality control and analytical development activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
• Operate instrumentation including HPLC, GC, and dissolution equipment
• Document and review test results according to GMP requirements
• Support method validation, transfer, and development activities
• Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Follow all laboratory, quality, and safety procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field
• 2+ years of analytical laboratory experience
• Experience with HPLC, GC, and/or dissolution testing
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• GMP experience preferred

Why Join Us?

• Work with advanced analytical instrumentation
• Gain exposure to analytical development projects
• Collaborate with an experienced team of chemists
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within the pharmaceutical industry

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Madison, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

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