QC Scientist

About the role

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a QC Scientist for a contract to hire position with a pharmaceutical leader in Bristol, PA. The QC Scientist is a laboratory role providing analytical support to the analytical team.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation, labeling, and handling tasks independently.
• Execute routine and compendial analytical testing (HPLC, GC, CE, SoloVPE) independently, interpreting results and flagging anomalies without close supervision.
• Utilize Empower software for data acquisition, processing, and review of chromatographic results.
• Assist with laboratory housekeeping, inventory checks, and instrument set-up/clean-down.
• Maintain accurate, legible records in laboratory notebooks per GMP and good documentation practices.
• Follow all safety, quality, and SOP requirements in daily laboratory activities.
• Quickly build proficiency on new methods and instrumentation with minimal repeated training; demonstrate readiness to work independently within a short onboarding period.
• Support senior team members and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
• Must be available to work weekend shifts as required by testing schedules and business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.
• 5–8 years of laboratory/analytical experience, preferably in a QC or analytical development environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and execute assigned testing with minimal oversight.
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety and good documentation practices (GMP/GDP).
• Willingness and availability to work weekend shifts as part of a rotating schedule.

Skills

• Demonstrated method competency in HPLC, GC, CE, and SoloVPE; able to run these independently and interpret data.
• Proficiency with Empower software for chromatographic data acquisition, processing, and review.
• Solid understanding of compendial testing requirements (e.g., USP/EP/ICH).
• Fast learner able to achieve independent execution on new methods/instruments quickly.
• Strong organizational habits, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with antibody drug conjugates is a plus.

Benefits

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Pay

Compensation: $35.00-45.00

Schedule

Schedule: M-F, 1st shift