Entry-Level Pharmaceutical Scientist

Job Description

The Pharmaceutical Scientist I is responsible for performing routine analyses and documentation of raw materials, in-process samples, calibrations, or projects within the QC Chemistry Laboratory of a large pharmaceutical company in the area. This role supports internal development and manufacturing operations by making detailed observations, reviewing, documenting, and communicating test results in a manner consistent with established standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine chemical and physical testing of raw materials using internally developed and compendial test methods.
• Execute validated test methods for pharmaceutical raw materials to assess strength, impurities, identity, and characteristics using HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, and traditional wet chemical testing.
• Recognize and report out-of-specification or unexpected results and non-routine analytical and product problems.
• Perform daily instrument calibrations and verifications as required.
• Clearly and accurately document the testing/analysis results and acquired data.
• Record and report analysis results in accordance with prescribed lab procedures and systems.
• Prepare test solutions, including media and mobile phases.
• Clean and maintain work area and instrumentation.
• Perform all duties in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain compliance status as required by company and facility standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science with strong chemistry coursework (preference for Chemistry or Biochemistry degrees, but not required).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.

Requirements

• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.