QC Scientist

Actalent, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. in Columbus, OH is hiring multiple Quality Assurance/Quality Control Scientists I and II for a long-term contract-to-hire role in the pharmaceutical field. Candidates should have a Bachelors or Masters in a scientific discipline and 1–3+ years of lab experience with HPLC or GC.

Responsibilities include analytical testing of APIs and finished products, method validation support, and comprehensive documentation. Roles are available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts with onsite work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific field, preference for Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• 1–3+ years of industry laboratory experience with HPLC or GC.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative testing for APIs, starting materials, packaging components, and finished products.
• Prepare samples, including dilutions, to support accurate analytical testing.
• Peer-review analytical testing documentation, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues.
• Train according to laboratory curriculum and maintain competency in methods.
• Maintain laboratory data in notebooks and electronic/paper records.
• Re-validate chemistry methods and support method transfer and optimization.
• Operate and maintain HPLC, GC, and wet chemistry equipment; perform routine and advanced testing.
• Author detailed technical reports to support method improvements and investigations.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and support validated analyses.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific field

1–3+ years of industry lab experience

Tools

HPLC

GC

Job description

We are hiring multiple Quality Assurance and Quality Control Scientist I's and II's in the Pharmaceutical field here in the Columbus, Ohio area! This is a long-term career opportunity and we are looking for someone with a Bachelors or Masters Degree and at least 1-3 years of industry experience utilizing HPLC or GC.

The QC Scientist performs qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical testing for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), starting materials, packaging components, and finished products in a highly regulated environment. This role focuses on method validation, analytical investigations, and quality control activities using advanced instrumentation such as HPLC and GC. The position offers significant opportunities for growth in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.

Openings on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical testing in accordance with compendia and product specifications for APIs, starting materials, packaging components, and finished products.
• Conduct sample preparation, including dilutions and other preparatory techniques, to support accurate and reliable analytical testing.
• Perform peer review of analytical testing documentation, identify discrepancies, and work to resolve issues in a timely and compliant manner.
• Complete and conduct required training according to the established laboratory curriculum and maintain ongoing competency in assigned methods and procedures.
• Maintain laboratory data in an orderly and compliant manner in laboratory notebooks, worksheets, and electronic or paper-based documents.
• Re-validate chemistry methods and support method transfer and optimization activities as needed.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including HPLC, GC, and wet chemistry equipment, and perform routine and advanced testing.
• Author clear and detailed technical reports to support analytical method improvements, investigations, and changes to testing procedures.
• Perform investigational and troubleshooting activities using advanced analytical techniques to support approved commercial analysis and resolve quality issues.
• Apply knowledge of critical functions and variables for each type of equipment and demonstrate strong instrument troubleshooting ability.
• Work independently while using a collaborative team approach to accomplish assigned tasks and project objectives.
• Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with colleagues in quality, manufacturing, and other cross-functional groups.
• Support quality investigations and related documentation, contributing scientific judgment and professional competency to root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific field, with a preference for Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• 1–3+ years of industry laboratory experience with HPLC or GC.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject 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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.