Quality Scientist I

About the Role

The QC Scientist I performs hands-on bench testing to support the development and release of multisource pharmaceutical products. This role focuses on chemical and physical analyses, including sample preparation, wet chemistry, standard weighing, and dilutions, with progressive training on HPLC and GC techniques. The scientist provides analytical support for registration material release, regulatory submissions, and method validation and transfer activities across Oral Dose Solids and Nasals departments, ensuring all work complies with cGXP standards and internal procedures. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine bench testing, including sample preparation, wet chemistry, standard weighing, and preparation of dilutions to support product development and quality control.
• Conduct chemical and physical analyses in support of developing manufacturable multisource pharmaceutical products.
• Provide analytical support for the release of registration materials used in regulatory submissions.
• Assist in analytical method validation and transfer activities.
• Execute assigned analytical tasks for product development, registration lot release, and pre- and post-regulatory submission activities within established timelines.
• Work in compliance with cGXP guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and company practices.
• Document analytical activities, observations, and results accurately, promptly, and right-first-time, maintaining data integrity.
• Follow written analytical procedures and protocols.
• Identify execution challenges in analytical methods and actively support troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate with team members in both the quality group and, as needed, the manufacturing area.
• Manage multiple analytical tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.
• Use sound scientific judgment and professional competency when performing analyses and interpreting results under appropriate supervision.
• Participate in cross-training across Oral Dose Solids and Nasals departments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Demonstrated prior laboratory experience, which may be from academic settings.
• Hands-on experience with sample preparation and wet chemistry techniques.
• Ability to perform accurate standard weighing and prepare precise dilutions.
• Foundational knowledge of chemical testing and quality control principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under supervision while applying scientific judgment and professional competency.
• Commitment to following cGXP guidelines, SOPs, work instructions, and company practices.
• Familiarity with HPLC and GC techniques, or strong interest in learning these methods, is a plus.
• Ability to identify method execution challenges and contribute to troubleshooting efforts.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Comfort working across different product areas, including Oral Dose Solids and Nasals.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a science field is required.
• Preferred Bachelors degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• Candidates with degrees in Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Environmental Science, or Pharmaceutical Science will be considered with strong chemistry laboratory experience.
• Strongly preferred experience working in laboratories outside of academia.
• Experience or coursework in biochemistry and chemistry is advantageous.
• Exposure to pharmaceutical quality control or chemical testing environments is beneficial.

Work Environment

• This is a fully onsite position in Columbus, OH.
• The role is based in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality environment.
• The QC Scientist I spends most of the time in laboratory settings within the quality group, performing bench testing and analytical work.
• May occasionally work in the manufacturing area.
• Follows a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with flexibility and the option to work four 10-hour days where appropriate.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay range: $24.00 - $24.00/hr.
• If eligible, benefits available for this temporary role may include:
• 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)

Application Deadline

• This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.