Quality Control Analyst

Virtue America; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtue America is seeking an entry-level Quality Control Analyst to support laboratory testing, sample analysis, and quality evaluation in pharmaceutical sciences. You will help examine materials and data to ensure compliance with quality specs while maintaining GDP documentation.

The role emphasizes learning analytical techniques, instrument operation, data integrity, and collaboration with QA and manufacturing teams to support product release and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related life sciences field.
• Fundamental understanding of cGMP, GDP and data integrity.
• Experience or familiarity with HPLC, UV-Vis, FTIR, titration and dissolution techniques.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Document observations and review data against specifications.
• Assist with instrument calibration and maintenance.
• Maintain GDP-compliant notebooks and test reports.
• Coordinate with QA, Manufacturing and Analytical Development to support testing schedules.
• Escalate out-of-spec results per procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related life sciences

Tools

HPLC

UV-Visible spectroscopy

FTIR

Titration

Dissolution testing

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Entry-Level Quality Control Analyst to support laboratory testing, sample analysis, and quality evaluation activities within the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry. The selected candidate will assist in examining raw materials, in-process samples, finished pharmaceutical products, and laboratory data to verify compliance with established quality specifications. This role is ideal for recent graduates interested in pharmaceutical analytical testing, laboratory operations, and product quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Laboratory Sample Testing: Assist with receiving, labeling, preparing, and testing raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products according to approved laboratory procedures.
• Analytical Instrumentation: Support routine operation and documentation for laboratory instruments such as HPLC, UV-Visible spectrophotometers, FTIR, pH meters, and analytical balances, where trained and authorized.
• Analytical Data Review: Record test observations, organize analytical results, and assist with comparing findings against approved specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Raw Material Analysis: Support the testing and verification of incoming pharmaceutical ingredients, excipients, and packaging materials according to established sampling and testing procedures.
• In-Process Quality Testing: Assist with quality checks during manufacturing to help identify variations and ensure that products meet predefined process requirements.
• Finished Product Evaluation: Support testing activities related to product identity, assay, dissolution, impurities, and other applicable quality parameters under appropriate supervision.
• Laboratory Documentation: Maintain laboratory notebooks, analytical worksheets, sample registers, instrument logs, and test reports in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Instrument Calibration Support: Help monitor calibration schedules, maintain equipment usage records, and report instrument issues to the responsible laboratory personnel.
• Out-of-Specification Support: Escalate unexpected or out-of-specification results and assist with investigation documentation under established laboratory procedures.
• Quality Compliance: Follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), laboratory SOPs, data integrity requirements, and applicable safety procedures.
• Laboratory Inventory Management: Assist with tracking reagents, reference standards, solvents, consumables, and sample storage requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Analytical Development, and other laboratory personnel to support testing schedules and product release activities.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or a related life sciences discipline.
• Basic understanding of pharmaceutical quality control and analytical laboratory practices.
• Familiarity with analytical chemistry principles, sample preparation, solution preparation, and laboratory calculations.
• Basic knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC, UV-Visible spectroscopy, FTIR, titration, and dissolution testing.
• Understanding of cGMP, GDP, SOPs, and laboratory data integrity principles.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, follow test procedures, and identify discrepancies in analytical results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, calculations, and laboratory reporting.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a laboratory team.
• Preferred: Academic laboratory projects, internships, or practical exposure to pharmaceutical analysis, analytical instrumentation, laboratory testing, or quality control procedures.