QC Chemist II — HPLC/GC Specialist in GMP Environments

Actalent; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Chemist in Columbus, OH for a contract-to-hire role focused on analytical testing of APIs and materials. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analyses using HPLC/GC, validate methods, and prepare technical reports in a GMP/FDA-regulated setting.

The candidate should hold a BSc/MSc in Chemistry or Biochemistry with 3+ years of relevant industry experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific field, preferably Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• 3+ years of industry Chemistry experience with heavy HPLC or GC.
• Strong knowledge of HPLC, GC, and GMP/FDA-regulated environments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in quality is a plus.
• Team-oriented with ability to work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative, quantitative chemical and physical testing for APIs, starting materials, packaging components, and finished products.
• Conduct peer reviews of analytical testing documentation.
• Maintain laboratory data in notebooks, worksheets, and documents.
• Re-validate methods and work with HPLC, GC, Wet Chemistry.
• Author technical reports for analytical methods improvement.
• Troubleshoot analytical procedures and instruments.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Skills

HPLC experience

GC experience

Quality experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Laboratory testing

GMP/FDA experience

Scientific judgment

Education

Chemistry/Biochemistry degree

Tools

HPLC instrumentation

GC instrumentation

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Chemist in Columbus, OH for a contract-to-hire role focused on analytical testing of APIs and materials. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analyses using HPLC/GC, validate methods, and prepare technical reports in a GMP/FDA-regulated setting.

The candidate should hold a BSc/MSc in Chemistry or Biochemistry with 3+ years of relevant industry experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment.