Analytical Chemistry QC Lab Lead

Afton Scientific. LLC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Afton Scientific LLC is seeking an experienced Supervisor for the Quality Control Analytical Chemistry Laboratory in Virginia. You will lead daily lab operations, develop staff, and ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards.

The role requires implementing validated analytical methods, overseeing testing of drugs and components, and preparing for audits while coordinating with QA and production teams. This position offers competitive compensation and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline, required.
• 5–7 years of pharmaceutical analytical lab experience required.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, GDP, GLP principles in pharma environments.
• Proven leadership and ability to supervise laboratory staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the Quality Control Analytical Chemistry Lab and support production goals.
• Coach and develop laboratory staff in collaboration with the Lab Manager.
• Perform and oversee analytical testing of finished products, APIs, and raw materials per pharmacopeial/regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ICH, USP, NF, EU, JP, cGMP, GDP, GLP requirements.
• Design, validate, and implement analytical methods, instruments, and procedures.
• Review documentation, ensure regulatory accuracy, and prepare quality system records.
• Assist in audits and client inspections; maintain relationships with vendors and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Chemistry

cGMP & regulatory compliance

Quality control

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

FTIR

GC

Karl Fischer Titration

UV-Vis

Job description

Afton Scientific LLC is seeking an experienced Supervisor for the Quality Control Analytical Chemistry Laboratory in Virginia. You will lead daily lab operations, develop staff, and ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards.

The role requires implementing validated analytical methods, overseeing testing of drugs and components, and preparing for audits while coordinating with QA and production teams. This position offers competitive compensation and on-site work.