QC Chemist

PLS Analytical; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PLS Analytical in East Brunswick, NJ seeks a QC Chemist for full-time on-site testing of regulated products. You will perform routine and non-routine QC analyses, prepare samples, operate instruments, and document results to CGMP/ISO 17025 standards for release and stability programs.

You will collaborate with the lab team, assist investigations, and support audits, with emphasis on data integrity and audit-ready records.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated QC expertise, CGMP/ISO 17025 familiarity.
• Laboratory skills for sample prep, handling and safety.
• Analytical skills in chromatography and spectroscopy; data troubleshooting.
• Operation and documentation of laboratory equipment in QC settings.
• Proficiency in calibration activities and recording results.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine QC testing on regulated products.
• Prepare samples and reagents, run validated methods, review data.

Skills

Quality control

Analytical testing

Data interpretation

CGMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis spectrometry

pH meters

Balances

Job description

Company Description

PLS Analytical is a contract laboratory providing end-to-end testing support for regulated product programs across pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, dietary supplement, cosmetic, dairy, and food industries. The team delivers nasal drug product, microbiological, analytical, packaging component, and FDA remediation testing with a strong emphasis on data integrity, traceability, and audit-ready documentation. PLS Analytical maintains specialized capabilities such as Particle Size Analysis and Nitrosamine Testing to support deeper product characterization and risk assessment for complex dosage forms. As an FDA- and DEA-registered laboratory with CGMP and ISO 17025 certifications, the company offers comprehensive services including clinical safety, efficacy and claims verification, sterility testing, and in vitro toxicology, reflecting its “Pioneer in Quality” commitment. Through an extended partner network, PLS Analytical can also assist with private label OTC manufacturing, packaging, and distribution for qualified projects, supporting organizations seeking reliable and long-term testing resources.

Role Description

The QC Chemist will perform routine and non-routine quality control testing on a variety of regulated products to ensure they meet established specifications and regulatory requirements. This full-time, on-site role is based in East Brunswick, NJ and involves conducting analytical testing, operating and maintaining laboratory instruments, and documenting results in compliance with CGMP and ISO 17025 standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing samples and reagents, executing validated methods, performing calibrations and system suitability checks, and reviewing data for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to internal SOPs. The QC Chemist will collaborate with the laboratory team to support product release, remediation, and stability programs, assist in investigations and out-of-specification (OOS) assessments, and contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory processes. The role may also involve supporting audits and inspections, participating in method transfers, and ensuring that all work aligns with PLS Analytical’s focus on data integrity and quality.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Quality Control expertise, including testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, and familiarity with CGMP and ISO 17025 requirements.
• Strong Laboratory Skills encompassing sample preparation, solution and reagent handling, and adherence to safe laboratory practices and chemical hygiene.
• Applied Analytical Skills in chromatography (e.g., HPLC, GC), spectroscopy (e.g., UV-Vis), and related techniques, with the ability to interpret data and troubleshoot analytical issues.
• Hands-on experience with Laboratory Equipment operation, maintenance, and documentation, including balances, pH meters, and analytical instruments used in QC environments.
• Proficiency in Calibration activities, such as routine calibration and verification of instruments and equipment, and proper recording of calibration records.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences