GMP Analytical Chemist | HPLC Methods & Lab Ops (Irvine)

Actalent; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision coverage

Sign-on bonus

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Actalent, based in Irvine, CA, seeks an Analytical Chemist to perform analytical testing in a GMP-regulated lab, contribute to method development/validation, and collaborate across Quality and Manufacturing to support product development and commercial activities.

The role emphasizes data integrity, accurate reporting, and maintaining compliant records with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 2–5+ years of analytical chemistry experience in GMP-regulated labs.
• Hands-on experience operating HPLC systems.
• Experience with analytical method validation or transfer.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience in product development or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GMP documentation, data integrity, and record-keeping.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and communicate results in reports.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing using HPLC in a GMP environment.
• Execute method validation, transfer, and troubleshooting activities.
• Analyze and interpret laboratory data with accuracy and integrity.
• Author and review analytical documents and reports.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain compliant laboratory records and adhere to GMP practices.
• Support continuous improvement of methods and workflows.

Skills

HPLC operation

Analytical testing

Data analysis

GMP compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

Actalent, based in Irvine, CA, seeks an Analytical Chemist to perform analytical testing in a GMP-regulated lab, contribute to method development/validation, and collaborate across Quality and Manufacturing to support product development and commercial activities.

The role emphasizes data integrity, accurate reporting, and maintaining compliant records with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.