Quality Control Chemist

Element Staffing Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Staffing Services in Chandler, AZ is seeking an experienced QC Chemist to perform essential chemical and physical tests across raw materials, in-process blends, finished products, and stability samples. You will report to the Laboratory Manager in a cGMP environment and utilize HPLC, FTIR, and dissolution techniques to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of analytical chemistry experience, a BS in Chemistry, and strong data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on analytical chemistry experience in a cGMP-regulated laboratory environment preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific field required.
• Experience operating analytical instrumentation (HPLC, FTIR, dissolution, UV-Vis).
• Strong data analysis and statistical evaluation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical testing on raw materials, final products, and process byproducts using HPLC, dissolution apparatus, FTIR, UV-Vis, and related laboratory equipment.
• Draft, edit, and revise laboratory SOPs in line with USP monographs and AOAC guidelines.
• Support method development initiatives and execute specialized analytical studies for process control and optimization.
• Compile, calculate, and record testing metrics; apply statistical analyses and identify atypical data.
• Provide comprehensive analytical support across all laboratory sections to meet quality standards.

Skills

Analytical testing

Instrumentation

cGMP experience

Data analysis

Method development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

FTIR

Dissolution

UV-Vis

Job description

Job Description: Element Staffing is recruiting for an experienced QC Chemist for a premier nutraceutical manufacturer in the Chandler, AZ area. Reporting directly to the Laboratory Manager, this role is responsible for executing essential chemical and physical testing across incoming raw materials, in-process blends, finished products, shelf-life stability samples, and validation protocols. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in cGMP operations, analytical instrumentation (HPLC, FTIR, Dissolution), and method development to ensure total quality compliance.

Duties/Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• Analytical Testing & Instrumentation: Perform physical and chemical testing on raw materials, final products, and process byproducts using HPLC, dissolution apparatus, FTIR, UV-Vis, and related laboratory equipment.
• Compendial Testing & SOPs: Conduct routine product testing using analytical chemistry methodologies, USP monographs, AOAC guidelines, and validated internal protocols. Draft, edit, and revise laboratory SOPs as needed.
• Method Development & Special Studies: Support method development initiatives and execute specialized analytical studies regarding process control, source monitoring, and procedure optimization.
• Data Analysis & Management: Compile, calculate, and record laboratory testing metrics using manual methods and computer-based data management systems. Perform statistical analyses and recognize atypical data to apply sound analytical judgment.
• Cross-Sectional Support: Provide comprehensive analytical support across all laboratory sections to consistently meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Additional Information:

• Years of Experience: 4+ years of hands-on analytical chemistry experience in a cGMP-regulated laboratory environment preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Chemistry or a closely related scientific field required.
• Shift/Schedule: Standard daytime hours. Candidates must be flexible to work weekends or holidays based on regulatory monitoring needs and campaign timelines.
• Physical Requirements & Work Environment: Fast-paced laboratory setting. Must be able to work standing for extended periods, ambulate uneven surfaces/stairs, stoop, bend, squat, and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Requirements: Proven experience operating and manipulating analytical instrumentation. Strong computer proficiency and analytical calculation skills. English language fluency required (bilingual capabilities a plus).
• Location: Chandler, AZ Area (Greater Phoenix / East Valley)