Quality Control Chemist III

System One; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

System One, Inc. is seeking an Analytical Chemist III for a contract role in Pearl River, NY. The position requires 5+ years in GMP/cGMP QC labs and hands-on use of HPLC, GC, and UV instruments. You will develop and validate analytical methods, document results, and support regulatory compliance.

The role involves on-site work, collaboration with R&D, QA/QC, and manufacturing teams, and participation in audits and continuous improvement efforts to ensure quality of pharmaceutical products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a GMP/cGMP Quality Control laboratory environment.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry is required.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, and UV.
• Strong understanding of GMP documentation practices and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working with electronic laboratory systems and data management tools.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analyses using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and titration; develop, validate, and document analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EPA).
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and analytical issues to maintain data integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, QA/QC, and manufacturing.
• Participate in laboratory audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Chemistry

Biochemistry

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Related scientific discipline

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV

Empower chromatography software

Job description

Job Title: Analytical Chemist III

Location: Pearl River, NY

Type: Contract

Compensation: $43-$48.00/hr

Work Model: Onsite

Hours: 8am to 5pm MF

Overview

The Quality Control Chemist supports a GMP-regulated Quality Control laboratory environment focused on pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products. This role involves performing routine analytical testing, documenting results in electronic systems, and supporting the release and stability testing of highly regulated products. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team environment while maintaining compliance with cGMP requirements and established laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analyses using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and titration
  Develop, validate, and document analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
  Interpret data, prepare technical reports, and maintain accurate laboratory records
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EPA)
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and analytical issues to maintain data integrity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, QA/QC, and manufacturing
• Participate in laboratory audits and support continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in:
  • Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Related scientific discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a GMP/cGMP Quality Control laboratory environment.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry is required.
• Hands‐on experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, and UV.
• Strong understanding of GMP documentation practices and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working with electronic laboratory systems and data management tools.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain a high level of accuracy.

Preferred

• 5-7 years of pharmaceutical QC laboratory experience.
• Experience using Empower chromatography software.
• Previous involvement in audit‐ready environments.
• Experience reviewing laboratory documentation and SOPs.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.