QC Chemist

Actalent; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QC Chemist in Chicago to ensure the integrity and compliance of analytical testing and quality systems. The role requires proficiency in GC/HPLC operations and a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry. Join a dynamic team focused on maintaining high-quality pharmaceutical standards in a fully onsite environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with GC/HPLC under GxP/GMP conditions.
• Strong understanding of regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate GC/HPLC instruments under GxP requirements.
• Perform analytical testing under GMP conditions.
• Inspect production and packaging activities.

Skills

Proficiency in operating GC/HPLC instruments

Understanding of USP, ICH, and FDA guidelines

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field

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Job Description

As a QC Chemist, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of analytical testing and quality systems. You will play a key role in maintaining GMP standards and supporting the release of high-quality pharmaceutical products.

Job Title: QC Chemist

Job Description

As a QC Chemist, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of analytical testing and quality systems. You will play a key role in maintaining GMP standards and supporting the release of high-quality pharmaceutical products.

Responsibilities

• Operate GC/HPLC instruments under GxP requirements with at least 1 year of hands-on experience.
• Perform analytical testing in accordance with method SOPs under GMP conditions.
• Inspect production and packaging activities; ensure completeness and accuracy of manufacturing records.
• Lead method validation efforts per USP and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Revise and maintain method SOPs to ensure compliance with current regulations.
• Coordinate calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Manage vendor qualification programs and coordinate testing with external laboratories.
• Review laboratory results, notebooks, and related documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Receive, inspect, and release or reject raw materials and packaging components; update inventory systems.
• Maintain and manage the stability program, including drafting protocols, reviewing results, and performing trend analysis.
• Control and maintain master labels and retain sample programs.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and maintain temperature and water system records.
• Perform regular sampling and sanitization of the water system.
• Manage laboratory standards, reagents, and chemicals; ensure timely disposal of expired materials.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in operating GC/HPLC instruments under GxP/GMP conditions.
• Strong understanding of USP, ICH, and FDA guidelines.
• Experience with method validation and stability testing.
• Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience operating GC/HPLC under GxP/GMP conditions.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment involves running 5-10 samples a day using HPLC and GC, with the expectation to eventually manage 1-3 instruments simultaneously. The samples processed are liquid pharmaceutical products. The shift hours are Monday to Wednesday, 8 am to 4:30 pm with a 1-hour lunch break. The QC team consists of 11 members.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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