Quality Control Chemist

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a QC Chemist II for a full-time, direct hire position in Irvine, CA. This role performs analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, using a range of instruments in a collaborative QC environment to support data integrity and patient safety.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Chemistry or a related field, have 2–5 years in a pharmaceutical chemistry lab, and experience with HPLC, GC, CE, ICP, FTIR, TOC, MS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related discipline is required.
• 2–5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation including HPLC, GC, CE, ICP, FTIR, TOC, MS and dissolution apparatus.

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 and instrumentation within level of experience.
• Perform and/or assist with equipment calibrations and qualifications.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization & prioritization

Attention to detail

SOP adherence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

HPLC

GC

CE

ICP

FTIR

TOC

MS

Dissolution apparatus

Job description

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

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.