Quality Control Chemist II

Merck & Co.; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. invites applications for an analytical chemistry specialist based in Johns Creek, GA. The role focuses on method development, validation, and transfer activities across sites, with strong emphasis on instrument lifecycle management.

You will lead complex projects, support investigations, and drive continuous improvement in analytical methods, ensuring compliance with quality systems and regulatory expectations. A strong communicator with problem-solving skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Computer skills with MS Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Experience with method validations and instrument qualifications.
• Masters or PhD in Chemistry or related field.
• Experience with LabVantage LIMS or similar LIM system.
• Experience with Empower 3 or similar data acquisition system.

Responsibilities

• Perform method development and method improvement
• Perform method validations, method transfers with other sites or suppliers, and periodic method reviews
• Perform compendial assessments and changes
• Perform instrument qualifications, periodic validation reviews, and various instrument lifecycle tasks
• Manage complex technical projects and make key technical decisions
• Provide troubleshooting support to the analytical chemistry lab on instrument and method issues
• Provide support for laboratory investigations and corrective actions

Skills

MS Office

Written & Verbal Communication

Problem Solving

Method Validations

Instrument Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Masters or PhD in Chemistry

Tools

LabVantage LIMS

Empower 3

Job description

Description: Job Description

• Perform method development and method improvement
• Perform method validations, method transfers with other sites or suppliers, and periodic method reviews
• Perform compendial assessments and changes
• Perform instrument qualifications, periodic validation reviews, and various instrument lifecycle tasks
• Manage complex technical projects and make key technical decisions
• Provide troubleshooting support to the analytical chemistry lab on instrument and method issues
• Provide support for laboratory investigations and corrective actions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
• Computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Experience with method validations and instrument qualifications

Preferred

• Masters or PhD in Chemistry or related field
• Experience with LabVantage LIMS or similar LIM system
• Experience with Empower 3 or similar data acquisition system

Custom Fields

• Name: System Access Required Value: Yes
• Name: Badge ID Required Value: Yes
• Name: Remote Worker Value: No
• Name: Supervisory Org Value: Quality Control AS&T(Austin Bryan)-60005084
• Name: Workspace Value: None
• Name: Work Desk Phone Number Required Value: No
• Name: Worker Time Type Value: Full Time
• Name: Invoice Type Value: USA-ARL-Staffing-USD