Associate Quality Control/Specialist I Quality Control

Regulatory Toolkit; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

AstraZeneca Operations is seeking candidates for an Associate level laboratory role at our Frederick Manufacturing Center. Responsibilities include sampling, testing, data entry, and maintaining a compliant lab environment. You will work under supervision and advance with established SOPs and GMP guidelines.

Essential qualifications involve a science-focused degree or equivalent experience, with 0–5 years in pharma settings. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• BS/AS/HS with relevant lab experience in pharma/biotech environments.
• Experience with routine lab testing and data recording per SOPs.
• Familiarity with GMP and quality compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory sampling and testing under supervision.
• Assist with routine tests and generate laboratory results.
• Maintain lab housekeeping and stocking.
• Prepare samples and record results per work plan.
• Set up and clean testing equipment and sites.
• Identify equipment or testing issues and report.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are available for testing.
• Enter data for compliance and report abnormalities.

Skills

Pipetting

pH measurement

UV/Vis

ELISA

GMP experience

Balances

Written communication

Oral communication

Self-motivation

Multi-tasking

Education

BS in Pharmaceutical Science

Associates degree in science

High school diploma with experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

SOP compliance

cGMP compliance

Job description

Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, plays a direct role in treating patients with cancer, respiratory diseases, and autoimmune conditions globally.

At FMC, we are committed to delivering life-changing medicines while also creating a workplace where people feel valued and connected. From catered site events and friendly competitions to community outreach, environmental and wellness programs, and team-building activities, we make time to celebrate achievements and recognize the diversity of our workforce. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning through ongoing skill development and training opportunities for our employees.

Driven by our ambition to accelerate growth, improve patients’ lives, and shape the future ofAstraZeneca Operations, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing laboratory sampling and testing.
• Assist with/ complete routine tests on products and materials and help generate laboratory results, under supervision.
• Maintain lab from housekeeping and stocking perspective.
• Perform appropriate tasks in the laboratory (e.g. sample prep, recording of results) to meet needs and demands of the work plan.
• Set up and take down testing and other laboratory equipment and clean up the testing sites.
• Identify and highlight equipment and testing issues.
• Support with the availability of proper equipment and supplies for testing
• Enters data evaluated for compliance to specifications and reports abnormalities.
• Reads, understands, and follows SOP’s and complies with cGMP’s
• Applies critical thought to solving problems.
• Works on problems requiring an in-depth knowledge of scientific methods and techniques.
• General supervision and instructions given for routine work. Detailed instructions given for new activities or special assignments.

Accountabilities

• Conduct activities and interactions consistent with Company values and in compliance with the Code of Conduct and supporting Policies and Standards relevant to your role. Complete all required training on the AZ Code of Conduct and supporting Policies and Standards on time. Report potential issues of non-compliance.
• Ensure and monitor compliance by team members and third parties by (a) positively reinforcing the Code of Conduct and all relevant AstraZeneca Policies and Standards, (b) ensuring completion of all required training, (c) fostering a culture of openness in which employees are comfortable raising questions or concerns, and (d) immediately addressing and reporting, as appropriate, instances of non-compliance.

Associate Level

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalentor High school diploma or GED, with 4 years of experience
• Associate's degree and 2 years of work experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 0 years of experience

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’ degree in Scientific / Biotech / Pharmaceutical field of study, preferred 0-5 years experience

Specialist I Level

Essential Skills/Experience

• BS (0-5 years) preferably in pharmaceutical industry

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Hands-on experience with balances, pipetting, pH, osmolarity, UV/Vis, ELISA desired.
• Self-motivated. Multi-tasking, excellent written and oral communication skills desired.
• GMP experience.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $ 55,920 - $119,050 depending on level. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

30-Oct-2026

Closing Date

29-Oct-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.