Quality Control Chemist I - Virginia

Novo Nordisk A/S; Petersburg, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pay

Annual bonus

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K match

Parental leave

Family leave

Product access

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Referral rewards

Job summary

Novo Nordisk’s Petersburg, Virginia site seeks a qualified analyst to conduct analytical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and final API drug substances in a cGMP-driven environment. You will ensure lab readiness, review peer data, and support investigations and deviations while maintaining strict safety practices.

The role requires a Chemistry or Microbiology background with 1+ year of lab experience, strong documentation, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or science-related field from an accredited university required and a minimum of one (1) year of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required
• May consider an Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or science-related field with a minimum of three (3) years of experience required
• May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of five (5) years of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required
• Experience with GMP regulations and quality control procedures required
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of chemistry or microbiology and laboratory techniques required
• Good judgement and an understanding of chemistry theories and concepts required
• Detail-oriented with good documentation and record-keeping abilities required
• Good communication and collaboration across departments required

Responsibilities

• Analyse raw materials, intermediates and final API drug substance and samples
• Ensure cleanliness of lab and restock supplies
• Conduct review of peer data
• Maintain and adhere to cGMP guidelines
• Support communications of testing status to internal clients
• Assist investigations of laboratory samples and determine corrective actions
• Support Deviations investigations
• Follow safety and environmental requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical testing

cGMP awareness

Data analysis

Lab safety

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry or Microbiology

Associate's in Chemistry or Microbiology with experience

High School diploma with experience

Job description

For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

Our new Petersburg, Virginia site marks a strategic move to advance our capabilities in Emerging Technologies (ET) within Chemical API development and production. The highly experienced site is designed to strengthen and accelerate our Small Molecule (SMOL) strategy while amplifying our operational capacity. This is to safeguard and support ET´s SMOL projects in the coming years, aligning with our vision and strengthening our potential for growth and innovation.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Conduct analytical testing on materials and products in accordance with cGMP, site & corporate procedures & policies.

Essential Functions

• Analyse raw materials, intermediate and final API drug substance, pharmaceutical compounds and samples, which may include compiling & analysing data
• Ensure cleanliness of lab and restock supplies as needed
• Conduct review of peer data
• Maintain and adhere to cGMP guidelines
• Support communicating status and timing of analytical testing to internal clients
• Provide support in investigations of laboratory samples and help determine appropriate corrective and preventive actions
• Provide support to Deviations
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Ability to do close precision work with their hands. Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting and standing) 50% of the time. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear respiratory protection, which includes medical surveillance and verification of pulmonary fitness. May be required to fully gown for entrance into GMP areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or science-related field from an accredited university required and a minimum of one (1) year of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required
• May consider an Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or science-related field from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three (3) years of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required
• May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of five (5) years of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required
• Experience with GMP regulations and quality control procedures required
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of chemistry or microbiology and laboratory techniques required
• Good judgement and an understanding of chemistry theories and concepts required
• High consciousness for personal and laboratory safety required
• Detail-oriented with good documentation and record-keeping abilities required
• Good communication skills to effectively report findings and collaborate with other departments required
• Good collaboration skills with and interaction with many departments required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.