QC Analyst (Pharma)

Astrix Inc; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 53,726 - 56,481; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a skilled QC Analyst to join their team in Ventura County, CA for a 6-month contract. The position involves performing routine laboratory testing and ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline and has 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory environment. This role emphasizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail within a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a cGMP-regulated environment preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory analytical techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine QC laboratory testing using analytical techniques.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with cGMP.
• Support laboratory investigations related to quality events.

Skills

Analytical techniques (pH, Osmolality, FT-IR)

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Laboratory documentation systems

Job description

Pay Rate Low: 39 | Pay Rate High: 41. Our client, a global CDMO, offering products and services across the drug development spectrum is looking for a skilled QC Analyst to join their team in Camarillo, CA!

Location: Ventura County, CA
Pay rate: $39- $41/hr.
Job type: 6-month contract (possibility of extension or conversion)

Position Summary

The QC Analyst is responsible for supporting routine laboratory testing, sample management, stability program activities, and quality system requirements within a cGMP-regulated environment. This role ensures accurate testing, documentation, and data integrity while collaborating cross-functionally to support product quality and operational timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine QC laboratory testing using analytical techniques including pH, Osmolality, and FT-IR for in-process, finished product, and stability samples.
• Support sample management activities including sample receipt, login, labeling, tracking, storage, inventory control, and shipment coordination.
• Assist with execution of the stability program, including sample pulls, submissions, inventory management, tracking, and documentation activities.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation in compliance with cGMP, ALCOA+, data integrity requirements, and company procedures.
• Record and review laboratory data in notebooks, worksheets, logbooks, and electronic systems, ensuring records remain audit-ready at all times.
• Participate in laboratory investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS) results, deviations, invalid assays, and other quality events.
• Support laboratory maintenance activities including equipment calibration, routine housekeeping, inventory management, and inspection readiness.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA), Manufacturing, Stability, Microbiology, and external testing laboratories to ensure timely completion of testing and operational objectives.
• Follow approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test methods, and GMP laboratory procedures with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience working in a cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences laboratory environment preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory analytical techniques, quality systems, data integrity principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation practices, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proficiency with laboratory documentation systems and Microsoft Office applications.