Analytical Chemist

Actalent; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision coverage

Sign-on bonus

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Actalent, based in Irvine, CA, seeks an Analytical Chemist to perform analytical testing in a GMP-regulated lab, contribute to method development/validation, and collaborate across Quality and Manufacturing to support product development and commercial activities.

The role emphasizes data integrity, accurate reporting, and maintaining compliant records with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 2–5+ years of analytical chemistry experience in GMP-regulated labs.
• Hands-on experience operating HPLC systems.
• Experience with analytical method validation or transfer.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience in product development or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GMP documentation, data integrity, and record-keeping.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and communicate results in reports.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing using HPLC in a GMP environment.
• Execute method validation, transfer, and troubleshooting activities.
• Analyze and interpret laboratory data with accuracy and integrity.
• Author and review analytical documents and reports.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain compliant laboratory records and adhere to GMP practices.
• Support continuous improvement of methods and workflows.

Skills

HPLC operation

Analytical testing

Data analysis

GMP compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing pharmaceutical organization by performing analytical testing and supporting laboratory operations in a GMP-regulated environment. The Analytical Chemist will play a key role in method development and validation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to support both product development and commercial activities.

Job Title: Analytical Chemist

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing pharmaceutical organization by performing analytical testing and supporting laboratory operations in a GMP-regulated environment. The Analytical Chemist will play a key role in method development and validation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to support both product development and commercial activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing using HPLC and other laboratory instrumentation in a GMP-regulated environment.


• Execute analytical method validation, method transfer, and troubleshooting activities to ensure robust and reliable methods.


• Analyze and interpret laboratory data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with GMP requirements and internal procedures.


• Author and review technical documentation, including analytical protocols, test methods, validation reports, and data summaries.


• Collaborate closely with Quality, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to support product development and commercial manufacturing activities.


• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant laboratory records in accordance with GMP documentation standards and laboratory practices.


• Ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines, internal quality systems, and laboratory safety procedures during all testing activities.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory by identifying opportunities to optimize methods, workflows, and documentation.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline.


• 2–5+ years of experience in an analytical chemistry role, preferably within a GMP-regulated laboratory.


• Hands-on experience operating and maintaining HPLC systems for routine and specialized testing.


• Experience performing analytical method validation and/or method transfer activities.


• Pharmaceutical industry experience, with familiarity in supporting product development or commercial manufacturing.


• Knowledge of GMP documentation requirements and good laboratory practices, including data integrity principles and proper record-keeping.


• Ability to accurately analyze and interpret analytical data and clearly communicate results in written reports.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality and compliant laboratory work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting HPLC methods and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime and improve data quality.


• Demonstrated ability to author and review technical documentation such as protocols, test methods, and validation reports.


• Comfort working in cross-functional teams, collaborating with Quality, Manufacturing, and other technical groups.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple analytical tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting work and interacting with colleagues across departments.

Work Environment

The position is based in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical laboratory environment that emphasizes quality, safety, and compliance. You will work with HPLC systems and other analytical instruments, following established laboratory procedures and documentation standards. The role involves close collaboration with Quality and Manufacturing teams and offers exposure to both product development and commercial operations. The environment is fast-paced and detail-oriented, with a focus on accurate data generation, thorough record-keeping, and adherence to regulatory and internal quality guidelines. Standard laboratory attire, including appropriate personal protective equipment, is required while performing laboratory activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70720.00 - $83200.00/yr.

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.

dental and vision healthcare potential sign on bonus pto holiday

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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