Quality Control Chemist

Kelly Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 97,424,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a QC Chemist II for a full-time, direct-hire position in Irvine, CA. You will perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using a range of laboratory instrumentation, supporting cGMP-compliant operations and data integrity.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemistry and 2–5 years in a pharmaceutical chemistry lab, with experience in HPLC, GC, MS, and related techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related discipline.
• 2–5 years in a pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory.
• 2–5 years with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, CE, ICP, FTIR, TOC, MS, and dissolution apparatus.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and perform concurrent tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or assist with analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Utilize analytical laboratory instrumentation with minimal supervision.
• Comply with cGMP regulations and follow SOPs.
• Peer review data generated by other technicians.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment within level of experience.
• Perform and/or assist with equipment calibrations and qualifications.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Analytical testing

Communication skills

Organization & multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

CE

ICP

FTIR

TOC

MS

Dissolution apparatus

Job description

QC Chemist II

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a QC Chemist II for a full-time, direct hire position at a cutting-edge client in Irvine, CA . If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $30.00 – $34.00hour

Overview

Our Client is an industry-leading company at the forefront of pharmaceutical development and manufacturing, delivering high-quality products through rigorous analytical science and cGMP-compliant laboratory operations.

In this role, you will be performing analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products while utilizing a wide range of sophisticated laboratory instrumentation. You will work within a collaborative QC environment, ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations and contributing to the integrity of data that supports product quality and patient safety.

Schedule

Full-Time M-F Onsite

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or assist with analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
• Utilize analytical laboratory instrumentation with minimal supervision
• Comply with cGMP regulations and follow all standard operating procedures
• Peer review data generated by other technicians
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation within level of experience
• Perform and/or assist with equipment calibrations and qualifications
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related discipline
• 2–5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory
• 2–5 years of experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, CE, ICP, FTIR, TOC, MS, and dissolution apparatus
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and effectively perform concurrent tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail

What Happens Next

Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry – even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

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About Kelly

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