QC Scientist

About the role

Are you ready to advance your career as an integral part of a dynamic quality team? Our Round Rock, TX site is a premier manufacturing hub specializing in high-purity Certified Reference Materials, Reference Materials, and Analytical Standards that directly support the global pharmaceutical, clinical, and medical device industries. In this role, you will work in a fast-paced environment operating under rigorous ISO and GMP quality standards to ensure product excellence and market compliance. Location: Round Rock, Texas. Job type: Contract. Education: Bachelors.

Responsibilities

• Execute analytical release testing, stability studies, and raw material evaluations using HPLC and GC systems.
• Perform equipment qualifications, routine maintenance, and independent troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation.
• Draft test specifications, batch records, method descriptions, and technical reports for tech transfers and product updates.
• Lead and participate in Out-of-Specification (OOS) investigations and develop effective investigational strategies.
• Maintain rigorous documentation across lab notebooks and logbooks adhering to ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, and ISO 17034 guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional scientists to support product development, manufacturing formulations, and process validations.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• BS or MS in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• 2+ years of hands-on industry experience in analytical chemistry.
• Strong proficiency operating and troubleshooting HPLC and GC systems equipped with UV-Vis, RI, ELSD, or FID detectors.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct OOS investigations and write compliant technical reports.

Preferred Skills:

• Direct experience working within a cGMP, GLP, or highly regulated lab environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO quality systems (ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 17034).
• Background in Certified Reference Materials (CRM) testing and mass balance techniques.
• Familiarity with safety compliance for handling hazardous chemical materials.

Skills

• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Quality Control (QC)

Benefits

• Medical insurance