Scientist (Quality Control)

Kelly Services; Barceloneta (PR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Kelly Services in Barceloneta, PR seeks a Scientist, Quality Control to perform GMP-lab testing and support product/material release. You will interpret data, troubleshoot instrument issues, and ensure conformance with specifications in a fast-paced biopharma environment.

The role requires a science degree with relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead quality-related initiatives, documenting results and collaborating across teams to maintain compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires a science degree with relevant experience and GMP know-how.
• Experience performing analytical tests in a GMP lab.
• Strong data interpretation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical test methods in support of product/material release.
• Troubleshoot and resolve instrument and method issues.
• Interpret data to confirm conformance with specifications and document results.
• Propose improvements to laboratory techniques and procedures.

Skills

Quality control

GMP

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Biopharma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science (Microbiology/Biology/Chemistry)

Master's degree in Science (Microbiology/Biology/Chemistry)

Tools

Instrument qualification

Software qualification

Change controls

Job description

At Kelly® Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom (SETT) , we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one?

We’re seeking a Scientist, Quality Control to work with one of our top global biopharmaceutical clients in the Barceloneta PR area. With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right

Purpose:

Describes the primary goals, objective or functions or outputs of this position. Performs laboratory testing within a GMP environment in support of one or more of the following areas; raw materials, in-process product, finished product, stability, and/or validation. Uses scientific education and/or experiences to generate results in accordance with GMP/procedural requirements and scientific principles. Interprets data output to determine conformance with product specifications. Reviews and verifies data generated by others to determine conformance with product specifications. Understands internal business process, to make appropriate prioritization of their assigned work duties. Has experience and command of multiple laboratory techniques to perform them with minimal error. Can train other laboratory personnel on any technique they currently have in their training matrix.

Responsibilities:

Include information about accountability and scope. Understands, implements, and maintains GMP with respect to laboratory records, procedures, and systems in accordance with procedural requirements. Proposes and implements changes to maintain procedural requirements. Performs analytical test methods as written to support product/material release with minimal error. Propose and implement changes to improve laboratory techniques and methodology. Can independently troubleshoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues. Interprets experimental data for conformance with product/material specifications. Understands and identifies laboratory technique or instrumental performance in accordance with scientific principles. Initiates appropriate exception documents in accordance with procedural requirements. Implements and ensures improvement ideas are completed to facilitate team objectives. Proposes and implements scientific protocols to determine exception event cause.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science, preferably Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or Bio-Chemistry with 6 years of experience in related field. Master's Degree in Science, preferably Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or Bio-Chemistry with 4 years of experience in related field. Manages multiple priorities and comply with deadlines. Maintains their certifications as needed for assigned job tasks. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and logical thought process.

Experience and expertise in instrument and equipment qualification Proven experience in software qualification Demonstrated ability to manage change controls as the owner and conduct comprehensive impact assessments Experience conducting data integrity risk assessments Strong project leadership, communication, and results-driven execution skills Experience in software qualification 4 years in equipment qualification – Required

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.