QC Scientist

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. in California is seeking a Mid-Level QC Scientist to join our GMP-regulated quality control laboratory.

You will perform hands-on HPLC and dissolution testing, review data for accuracy, and ensure compliance with SOPs and data integrity. The role emphasizes investigations and cross-functional collaboration to drive batch quality.

We value candidates with a strong analytical mindset and a proven track record in biotech or pharmaceutical QC environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
• 5+ years of pharmaceutical or biotech QC laboratory experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with HPLC testing.
• Experience with drug substance and dissolution testing.
• Strong analytical data review experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, SOPs, data integrity, and laboratory documentation.
• Experience supporting analytical investigations and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on HPLC and dissolution testing for drug substance and related samples.
• Review and evaluate analytical data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Ensure laboratory activities follow GMP, SOPs, and data integrity requirements.
• Document test results, laboratory activities, and investigations accurately.
• Support analytical troubleshooting, deviations, and laboratory investigations.
• Collaborate with QC and cross-functional teams to maintain laboratory compliance.

Skills

HPLC testing

Dissolution testing

Analytical data review

GMP compliance

Education

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

Job description

About the Company

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. is a global consulting and staffing partner established in 2014, serving the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Biotech, and IT industries across the USA, Canada, and India.

We provide specialized consulting and staffing solutions across Quality & Validation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, and IT, with a focus on delivering tailored solutions that drive growth, operational excellence, and long-term client success.

Position: QC Scientist
Location: California
Duration: Long Term

Job Overview

We are seeking a Mid-Level QC Scientist with strong hands-on analytical testing experience to support quality control laboratory operations within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical/biotech environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform hands-on HPLC and dissolution testing for drug substance and related samples.
Review and evaluate analytical data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Ensure laboratory activities follow GMP, SOPs, and data integrity requirements.
Document test results, laboratory activities, and investigations accurately.
Support analytical troubleshooting, deviations, and laboratory investigations.
Collaborate with QC and cross-functional teams to maintain laboratory compliance.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
5+ years of pharmaceutical or biotech QC laboratory experience.
Strong hands-on experience with HPLC testing.
Experience with drug substance and dissolution testing.
Strong analytical data review experience.
Knowledge of GMP, SOPs, data integrity, and laboratory documentation.
Experience supporting analytical investigations and troubleshooting.

Stark Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.