Analytical Chemist

Actalent; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with matching

Life Insurance

PTO / Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QC Analytical Chemist in Verona, WI, to perform wet chemistry and release testing of raw materials in a GMP environment. The role focuses on material testing, documentation, and growing into HPLC/GC work with strong training and cross-team collaboration.

The position offers growth opportunities across quality and development teams, with hands-on instrumentation exposure and ongoing method validation support as experience increases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in chemistry or related life science.
• Completion of analytical chemistry coursework during undergraduate studies.
• Undergraduate research or internship in a chemistry lab, or 0–2 years GMP experience.
• Willingness to learn and apply HPLC and GC techniques.

Responsibilities

• Test incoming raw materials per USP/EP and internal specs before release.
• Perform wet chemistry tests (pH, IR, moisture, ID, titrations).
• Document results and deviations in notebooks and systems.
• Help update analytical protocols and methods as experience grows.
• Train on and perform HPLC/GC analyses for materials under supervision.
• Support method validation and transfer activities.

Skills

Bachelor-level chemistry background

Analytical chemistry coursework

GMP experience

Willingness to learn HPLC/GC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related life science

Tools

HPLC

GC

Job description

Job Description

Analytical Chemist

Shift: 11:30am - 8:00pm Mon - Thurs & 9:30am - 6:00pm Friday

Job Description

This QC Analytical Chemist role focuses on testing and releasing raw materials used in manufacturing within a regulated GMP environment. You will perform a variety of wet chemistry and analytical tests on incoming materials, support documentation and method activities, and gradually expand into HPLC and GC work as you grow in the role. The position offers strong training, exposure to diverse instrumentation, and clear opportunities for internal advancement across multiple quality and development teams.

Responsibilities

• Test incoming raw materials in accordance with USP, EP, and internal specifications before they are released for manufacturing use.
• Perform wet chemistry testing such as pH measurements, infrared (IR) analysis, moisture determination, identification (ID) tests, titrations, and other routine QC analyses.
• Work under GMP regulations and follow established quality control procedures, methods, and documentation requirements.
• Accurately document all test results, calculations, observations, and deviations in laboratory notebooks, electronic systems, and controlled forms.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating analytical protocols, test methods, and related documentation as experience increases.
• Train on and progressively perform HPLC and GC analyses for raw materials, adapting methods based on the type of material received.
• Support method validation and method transfer activities under guidance from Sr chemists or supervisors.
• Perform basic testing and routine QC tasks during initial training to build proficiency in laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Take on side tasks and supporting activities, such as maintaining laboratory supplies, preparing reagents and standards, and organizing work areas, to ensure continuous productivity.
• Collaborate with other chemists on the Raw Materials team and, as experience grows, cross-train with the Finished Product team on particle size testing, dissolution testing, and other finished product analyses.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or a related life science field.
• Completion of analytical chemistry coursework during undergraduate studies.
• Undergraduate research experience or summer internship experience in a chemistry or related laboratory, demonstrating initiative beyond classroom work, or 0–2 years of chemistry experience in a GMP environment.
• Willingness and ability to learn and apply new analytical techniques and instrumentation, including HPLC and GC.

Work Environment

You will work primarily in a modern quality control laboratory that operates under GMP regulations. The lab has expanded over the last two years and features a contemporary, shared workspace design. Chemists work about 90% of their time in the lab initially, with the potential to transition to around 70% lab work after two to three years as responsibilities broaden. All chemists use laptops and work in shared spaces rather than having individual desks, while scientist-level staff have dedicated desks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Verona, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Verona,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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 t