Scientist

Actalent; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Health

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Omaha, NE seeks a Scientist to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and efficient laboratory operations. You will perform analytical testing of raw materials and finished goods, support audits, and drive continuous improvement in QA and manufacturing processes.

The role requires hands-on expertise with HPLC/UPLC, strong documentation, SOP development, IQOQ, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced onsite environment compliant with cGMP and FDA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, microbiology, biology, or related field.
• Experience supporting audits and regulatory inspections.
• Familiarity with FDA compliance documentation and processes.
• Ability to lead informally within lab and audit space.
• Comfort working with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of lab efficiency and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Identify improvements to lab and production processes to maintain quality and compliance.
• Perform release testing on raw materials and finished goods with proper documentation.
• Coordinate material scheduling to meet production and quality needs.
• Ensure products consistently meet quality requirements for customers and organization.
• Draft reports detailing testing results and analytical activities.
• Review SOPs and write IQOQ documentation as required.
• Support audits by providing data and subject matter expertise.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and perform calibrations.
• Cross-train to perform lab duties accurately and efficiently.
• Peer review analytical results and test methods.

Skills

Science background

HPLC/UPLC proficiency

Analytical chemistry

Lab operations

Documentation

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Computers (spreadsheets/word)

Education

BS in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or related

Tools

SAP Business One

Microsoft Office

Virtual meeting software

Job description

Job Description

The Scientist plays a key role in ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency within a laboratory and manufacturing environment. This position focuses on analytical testing of raw materials and finished goods, continuous process improvement, support for audits and FDA-related documentation, and leadership within the laboratory and audit space.

Job Title: Scientist

Responsibilities

• Identify and recommend improvements to laboratory and production processes to maintain quality, cost effectiveness, safety compliance, and other performance parameters.
• Perform timely release testing on all incoming raw materials required for manufacturing and on finished goods, ensuring results are accurate and documented.
• Coordinate the scheduling of all materials to meet internal production and quality requirements.
• Ensure that assigned products consistently meet quality requirements for both customers and the organization.
• Draft clear, written reports detailing the results of testing and analytical activities.
• Approve the release of raw materials and finished goods based on established quality standards and test results.
• Proactively identify trends in laboratory analysis and operations, implement improvements, and communicate findings and recommendations to management.
• Perform operations in support of contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) as needed.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, identify issues when equipment fails, and conduct or recommend appropriate repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory instruments and equipment as required.
• Conduct peer review of analytical results generated by colleagues to ensure accuracy and compliance with procedures.
• Perform peer review of test methods and protocols to maintain robust and reliable analytical practices.
• Review and draft standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed to align documentation with current procedures and regulatory expectations.
• Author and execute written protocols, including IQOQ (Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification) documentation, as required.
• Cross-train to competently perform sample laboratory duties accurately and efficiently.
• Support audits and audit-related activities by providing laboratory data, documentation, and subject matter expertise on quality and compliance.

Essential Skills

• Strong background in Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline with practical laboratory experience.
• Expert-level proficiency with HPLC or UPLC techniques for analytical testing.
• Hands-on experience in analytical chemistry and wet chemistry within a quality control or laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated experience in laboratory operations, including sample handling, testing, and documentation.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail to manage multiple tests, reports, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of management and external vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to read and understand technical instructions and materials in English.
• Ability to function effectively in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• Thorough understanding of FDA regulations and cGMP compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of regulatory expectations and quality standards to ensure products and production units meet required specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting applications.
• Experience using SAP Business One or similar enterprise resource planning software.
• Proficient computer skills, including basic spreadsheet functions and word processing.
• Working knowledge of scientific instrumentation and techniques relevant to analytical and quality control laboratories.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a closely related scientific field.
• Experience supporting audits and audit management activities within a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Experience providing audit support and preparing documentation for regulatory inspections.
• Familiarity with FDA compliance documentation and processes.
• Ability to act as a senior individual contributor and informal leader within the laboratory and audit space.
• Comfort working with vendors and cross-functional teams to resolve quality and compliance issues.
• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and drive enhancements in laboratory efficiency and data integrity.

Work Environment

This role is primarily based in a laboratory setting and involves regular movement throughout the facility to support audits and FDA-related documentation. The Scientist works closely with production, quality, and regulatory teams, operating and maintaining scientific instrumentation and computer systems. The environment is fast-paced and may be stressful at times due to deadlines and audit activities, requiring consistent attention to detail and adherence to cGMP and FDA regulations. Standard laboratory safety practices and appropriate lab attire are expected while performing duties.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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