Senior Quality Control Analyst — Onsite Lab & Method Dev

EPM Scientific; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EPM Scientific is seeking a Senior Quality Control Analyst to join our onsite quality team in Norwich, CT. This hands-on laboratory role focuses on analytical chemistry, method development, troubleshooting, and data-driven decision-making to support manufacturing and product quality.

The ideal candidate has strong chromatography experience (HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer) and a track record in GMP/regulated environments, with a passion for accuracy, documentation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in QC, analytical chemistry, or laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, and Karl Fischer analysis.
• Experience within GMP, ISO, pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
• Demonstrated technical writing experience, including SOPs, reports, and analytical methods.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot instrumentation and analytical challenges.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Execute and troubleshoot HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, titration, and other analytical methods.
• Support method development, optimization, verification, and transfer activities.
• Review, analyze, and interpret laboratory data to support product quality and manufacturing operations.
• Author and revise SOPs, test methods, protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, electronic records, and data systems in compliance with quality requirements.
• Ensure laboratory instruments are calibrated, maintained, and qualified for use.
• Investigate analytical issues and support root‑cause analysis activities.
• Collaborate closely with Quality, Manufacturing, and R&D teams.
• Mentor junior analysts and provide technical guidance when needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline

Tools

HPLC

GC

Karl Fischer

Job description

EPM Scientific is seeking a Senior Quality Control Analyst to join our onsite quality team in Norwich, CT. This hands-on laboratory role focuses on analytical chemistry, method development, troubleshooting, and data-driven decision-making to support manufacturing and product quality.

The ideal candidate has strong chromatography experience (HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer) and a track record in GMP/regulated environments, with a passion for accuracy, documentation, and continuous improvement.