Quality Control Analyst III

Curia, Inc.

Camarillo (CA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 106,500

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefit options

Paid training, vacation, and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Education reimbursement

401K program with matching contributions

Job summary

A pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Camarillo, CA seeks a Quality Control Analyst III to evaluate materials and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This role includes conducting complex tests and troubleshooting equipment issues while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a degree in Chemistry and experience in a related field. The position offers a salary range of $85,000-$106,500 per year, along with generous benefits and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

5+ years related work experience with Bachelor's Degree.
Willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
Experience in cGMP or GLP pharmaceutical environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct testing and data evaluation using complex methodologies.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and communicate resolutions.
Maintain detailed and accurate records of test activities.
Lead stability testing and manage related investigations.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field

Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

ELISA

Job description

Quality Control Analyst III in Camarillo, CA

Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives.

The Quality Control Analyst III is responsible for supporting the manufacturing department and external customers. Routine functions include testing of raw materials, in-process, end product, and stability samples.

Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with over 30 years of experience partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to provide life‑saving treatments to patients. At Curia, we are on a mission to advance our customers’ therapies from curiosity to cure and ultimately to improve patients’ lives.

Benefits

Generous benefit options (eligible first day of employment)
Paid training, vacation and holidays (vacation accrual begins on first day of employment)
Career advancement opportunities
Education reimbursement
401K program with matching contributions
Learning platform
And more!

Responsibilities

Perform complex testing and data evaluation, such as HPLC, ELISA, etc.
Troubleshoot equipment issues promptly and communicate resolutions to management
Participate in or assist with test method validations
Evaluate data for trends
Support and/or investigate OOS events by performing thorough root cause analyses, assessing potential product impact, and implementing appropriate CAPAs
Interact with outside departments including attending meetings, providing updates, etc.
Coordinate testing performed at outside testing labs, raw materials, etc.
Maintain a detailed and accurate recording of activities and results
Execute, author, and review SOPs, reports, protocols, investigations, change controls, and data summaries
Perform risk assessment as needed
Write/revise test methods, standard operating procedures, etc.
Provide training to others as needed. Attend internal and external training on related subjects, including both intra‑ and inter‑departmental cross‑training on new techniques and procedures
Support equipment upkeep
Prepare and order supplies, as necessary
Enter data into relevant data management systems and perform tracking and trending of data. Compile data and provide/present data summaries to management
Utilize a thorough understanding of regulatory and compliance guidelines for the pharmaceutical industry
Collaborate with cross‑functional departments to coordinate testing, scheduling needs, and prioritization
Lead departmental projects and participate in cross‑functional teams, including continuous improvement initiatives and new customer project teams
Lead the stability program, including management of test points, reporting of data, and investigations of out of specification or aberrant stability results

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field and 5+ years related work experience; OR Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field and 3+ years related work experience; OR PhD in Chemistry or related field and 1+ years related work experience
Experience working in cGMP or GLP pharmaceutical industry environment
Willing to work flexible hours (nights and weekends), as‑needed (overtime eligible)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with limited supervision
Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi‑task and manage multiple projects independently
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations
Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and handle several abstract and concrete variables
Proficient use of computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite and instrument manufacture‑based systems
Knowledgeable in FDA GMPs (21 CFR, 211, 820, and/or 600); ISO 9001 and 13485 a plus

Other Qualifications

Must pass a background check
Must pass a drug screen
May be required to pass Occupational Health Screening
May be required to obtain and maintain gowning certification
May be required to obtain and maintain media qualification

Pay Range: $85,000-$106,500/year

Education, experience, location and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at Curia, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement by an authorized signatory in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Curia. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Curia because of the unsolicited referral.

All interested applicants must apply online. Please be aware of scammers. Curia will only send offer letters and requests for sensitive personal information from a curiaglobal.com email address. Curia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Curia is an E‑Verify employer.

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