Assistant QC Scientist

GlaxoSmithKline; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK in the United States is seeking a Quality Control technician to perform routine analytical and microbiological testing in a cGMP environment. You will work with laboratory teams to generate accurate data and ensure regulatory and company standards are met.

The role offers hands-on lab experience, clear career progression, and opportunities to contribute to quality improvements that help get ahead of disease together.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus two years of relevant pharmaceutical, laboratory, or manufacturing experience, or an associate degree.
• Hands-on experience with GMP laboratory techniques or instrumentation.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and sample handling.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or related physical science.
• Experience in a regulated laboratory environment with good manufacturing practice knowledge.
• Familiarity with analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV, or microbiology equipment.
• Experience using laboratory information systems or chromatography data systems.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot basic instrument issues.
• Experience supporting cross-functional projects or continuous improvement activities.
• Ability to follow written procedures and adhere to good documentation practices.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate data.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting results and collaborating with team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical and microbiological testing of raw materials, packaging, finished products, and environmental samples following approved methods.
• Record, review and report test data clearly and accurately using established documentation practices.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and support instrument calibrations and maintenance.
• Follow good manufacturing practices and quality system procedures to support compliance.
• Support sample management, including receipt, labeling, storage and disposal of samples.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and projects and assist with training colleagues when needed.

Skills

Data Integrity

Detail-Oriented

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Problem Solving

Quality Assurance (QA)

Quality Control (QC)

Risk Awareness

Testing Operations

Education

High school diploma or associate degree

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or related physical science

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV

Laboratory Information Systems

Chromatography Data Systems

Microbiology equipment

Job description

Business Introduction

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Position Summary

You will perform and support quality control testing to ensure our products meet regulatory and company standards. You will work closely with laboratory team members, supervisors, and other departments to generate accurate, reliable data. We value candidates who are curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. This role offers hands‑on lab experience, clear career progression, and the chance to contribute to work that helps get ahead of disease together.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical and microbiological testing of raw materials, packaging, finished products, and environmental samples following approved methods.
• Record, review and report test data clearly and accurately using established documentation practices.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and support instrument calibrations and maintenance.
• Follow good manufacturing practices and quality system procedures to support compliance.
• Support sample management, including receipt, labeling, storage and disposal of samples.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and projects and assist with training colleagues when needed.

Why You?

This role is on‑site at a GSK laboratory location in the United States. Candidates should expect to work primarily on‑site, with any hybrid arrangements noted during the interview process. We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and encourage those who want to build a career in quality control to apply.

Basic Qualification

• High school diploma plus two years of relevant pharmaceutical, laboratory, or manufacturing experience, or an associate degree in a relevant science.
• Hands‑on experience with GMP laboratory techniques or instrumentation.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and sample handling.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or related physical science.
• Experience in a regulated laboratory environment with good manufacturing practice knowledge.
• Familiarity with analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV, or microbiology equipment.
• Experience using laboratory information systems or chromatography data systems.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot basic instrument issues.
• Experience supporting cross‑functional projects or continuous improvement activities.
• Ability to follow written procedures and adhere to good documentation practices.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate data.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting results and collaborating with team members.

Skills

#LI-GSK

• Data Integrity
• Detail-Oriented
• Digital Fluency
• GxP Regulations
• Lean Management
• Problem Solving
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Quality Control (QC)
• Risk Awareness
• Testing Operations

Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the appropriate Recruitment Staff by emailing us at - [e-mail] GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We are a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. Find out more on our career site.