Entry Level Pharmaceutical QC Scientist I

About the Role

The QC Scientist I will conduct bench testing, including sample preparation, wet chemistry, standard weighing, and dilutions. Training will be provided on High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC). The role supports the development of multisource pharmaceutical products, provides analytical support for regulatory submissions, and assists in analytical method validation and transfer activities, ensuring compliance with cGXP standards, SOPs, and company procedures. The position works within both the Oral Dose Solids and Nasals departments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical and physical analyses to support product development and regulatory submissions.
• Provide analytical support for the release of registration materials.
• Assist with analytical method validation and transfer activities.
• Perform analytical tasks within assigned timelines, ensuring compliance with cGXP standards.
• Document analytical activities and results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Identify and troubleshoot execution challenges of analytical methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field, preferably Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• Prior lab experience, which can be from school or other settings.

Skills

• Proficiency in dilutions and sample preparation.
• Experience in biochemistry and chemistry.
• Quality control and chemical testing expertise.
• Strong lab experience outside of academia (preferred).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with supervision using scientific judgment and professional competency.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The position is based in a fast-paced environment, with responsibilities in both the quality group and occasionally the manufacturing area. The job offers two shifts: 1st shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and 2nd shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with some flexibility. Initially, the schedule starts as five 8-hour days, with the possibility of transitioning to a four 10-hour day schedule after training.

Pay

$24.00/hr.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 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)

Job Type & Location

Contract to Hire position based in Columbus, OH. Fully onsite.

Application Deadline: October 5, 2026