Chemist

Actalent; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Onsite work

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QC Chemist III to perform analytical testing on raw materials in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment. You will operate HPLC, GC, UV, pH meters, and related equipment, ensuring data integrity and timely reporting of results.

The role emphasizes documentation, deviations resolution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to uphold quality standards. This is a contract-to-hire position based in St. Louis, MO with onsite work.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a STEM discipline required.
• 13 years of GMP-regulated industry experience.
• 13 years of HPLC experience in GMP settings.
• Hands-on wet chemistry experience.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation (GC/LC).
• Experience with quality control in pharma or similar regulated env.
• Proficiency with LIMS data entry and management.
• Good documentation practices and recordkeeping.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Team collaboration and adherence to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet chemistry and analytical tests on raw materials per GMP procedures.
• Operate and maintain HPLC, GC, UV, pH meters and related lab equipment.
• Ensure instrument readiness and perform routine troubleshooting.
• Document activities in notebooks, LIMS, and systems per best practices.
• Enter and manage analytical data in LIMS with integrity and traceability.
• Investigate lab issues using root cause analysis and CAPA support.
• Peer review data, calculations, and reports for accuracy.
• Support HSE policies and safe laboratory practices.
• Contribute to improving lab processes and efficiency.
• Communicate results and findings to stakeholders clearly.

Skills

GMP-regulated experience

HPLC experience

Wet chemistry techniques

Analytical instrumentation

LIMS data entry

Documentation practices

Chromeleon or chromatography data

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Education

BS degree in a STEM discipline

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV

pH meters

LIMS

Chromeleon

Job description

Job Title: QC Chemist IIIJob Description

The QC Chemist III performs analytical testing on raw materials using wet chemistry and advanced analytical methods in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant testing to support product quality, safety, and regulatory requirements while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet chemistry and analytical testing on raw materials in accordance with established procedures and GMP requirements.

• Operate and maintain analytical instruments, including HPLC, GC, UV, pH meters, analytical balances, and related laboratory equipment.

• Ensure instrument readiness by performing routine checks, basic troubleshooting, and documenting maintenance activities.

• Follow good documentation practices to record all laboratory activities accurately, completely, and in a timely manner in laboratory notebooks, LIMS, and other systems.

• Enter and manage analytical data in LIMS, ensuring data integrity, traceability, and compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

• Conduct laboratory investigations, including root cause analysis and documentation, to resolve testing issues and support corrective and preventive actions.

• Peer review analytical data, calculations, and documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to procedures.

• Support and follow site Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures to maintain a safe laboratory environment.

• Assist in establishing, implementing, and maintaining safe work standards and best practices in the laboratory.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality control activities, resolve testing challenges, and improve laboratory processes.

• Communicate test results, issues, and findings clearly and professionally to relevant stakeholders.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety in laboratory operations.

Essential Skills

• BS degree in a STEM discipline.

• 13 years of industry experience in a GMP-regulated environment.

• 13 years of HPLC experience in a GMP-regulated environment.

• Hands-on experience with wet chemistry techniques.

• Working knowledge of analytical instrumentation, especially GC and LC, including basic troubleshooting.

• Experience performing quality control testing in a pharmaceutical or similar regulated setting.

• Proficiency with LIMS for data entry and management.

• Ability to follow good documentation practices and maintain accurate, compliant records.

• Good technical writing skills for documenting investigations, results, and reports.

• Strong oral communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience using Chromeleon or other chromatography data systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical industry experience is a plus.

• Experience with analytical chemistry in a quality control environment.

• Demonstrated ability to peer review laboratory work and ensure data integrity.

• Experience conducting or supporting laboratory investigations.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment that emphasizes accountability and continuous improvement.

• Commitment to quality, safety, and adherence to HSE policies.

Work Environment

This role is based in a raw materials laboratory within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical facility. The position follows a 12-hour shift schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., working Tuesday through Friday one week and Wednesday through Friday the next. Approximately 80% of the time is spent in the laboratory performing hands-on testing, and about 20% is spent in an office setting focused on data analysis, documentation, and reporting. The environment emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork, with a strong culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration. Laboratory work involves regular use of analytical balances, HPLC, GC, UV instruments, pH meters, and chromatography software such as Chromeleon, as well as standard computer systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.40 - $28.85/hr.

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.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

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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