Pharma QC Scientist: HPLC/UV-Vis Analyst

Actalent

Florida

On-site

USD 40,000 - 54,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

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Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Scientist to perform routine analytical testing on pharmaceutical samples, including finished products and stability materials, using HPLC/UV-Vis techniques. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to SOPs, and strict cGMP compliance in a regulated lab environment.

Qualified candidates have a chemistry degree with substantial pharmaceutical analysis experience and proficiency in HPLC/UPLC.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field with 12 years of experience in pharmaceutical analysis, or a Master’s with 1 year of related experience.
Proficiency in HPLC techniques for pharmaceutical analysis.
Proficiency in UPLC methods and related chromatographic techniques.
Strong working knowledge of UV-Vis spectroscopy for routine testing.
Solid analytical experience in chemistry applied to pharmaceutical testing.

Responsibilities

Perform routine testing of finished products, stability samples, raw materials, in-process and process validation samples in a regulated laboratory.
Conduct assays, chromatographic purity tests, content uniformity analyses using UV-Vis and HPLC, particle size distribution measurements, and water determinations by Karl Fischer.
Evaluate test results and decide on sample acceptability based on criteria and analytical outcomes.
Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and complete related reports and documentation per SOPs.
Ensure labs operate with good housekeeping and remain in full cGMP compliance.