Lead QC Supervisor — Lab Ops & Compliance (Skincare)

Scientific Search; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Healthcare and HSA match

401(k) match and insurance benefits

Flexible PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Scientific Search is seeking a hands‑on QC Leader in Johnson City, TN to head the laboratory team focused on skincare and aesthetics. You will champion analytical excellence, guide investigations, and strengthen quality systems to ensure products meet the highest standards.

This onsite role emphasizes CAPA, method validation, and instrument readiness within a cGMP framework. You will lead daily QC activities, manage personnel, and drive continuous improvement while aligning with regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science required.
• Pharmaceutical, OTC, cosmetic, or medical‑device QC experience preferred.
• Expertise with HPLC, GC, ICP‑MS and analytical instrumentation required.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, GLP, FDA regulations, and ALCOA+.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily QC operations, staffing, training, and testing priorities.
• Oversee analytical testing, investigations, and CAPA processes.
• Drive method validation, transfers, and instrument readiness.
• Ensure cGMP compliance, data integrity, and audit readiness.
• Champion laboratory modernization and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Investigations

Method validation

CAPA

Data integrity

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry or related

Tools

HPLC

GC

ICP‑MS

Instrument readiness

Job description

Scientific Search is seeking a hands‑on QC Leader in Johnson City, TN to head the laboratory team focused on skincare and aesthetics. You will champion analytical excellence, guide investigations, and strengthen quality systems to ensure products meet the highest standards.

This onsite role emphasizes CAPA, method validation, and instrument readiness within a cGMP framework. You will lead daily QC activities, manage personnel, and drive continuous improvement while aligning with regulatory