Quality Control Analyst
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- New grads, no experience needed
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- On-site in Houston
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- Nov 3, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
An opportunity is available for an early-career Quality Control (QC) Analyst to support laboratory testing and raw material quality assurance within a regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This 6-month contract position focuses on sampling, analytical testing, laboratory documentation, and ensuring materials meet quality and regulatory requirements before manufacturing release.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect and sample incoming raw materials, components, and process materials according to approved procedures.
- Perform safety and identity testing of raw materials and buffers using established analytical methods.
- Prepare laboratory reagents, standards, and test solutions.
- Ensure accurate sample handling, labelling, storage, and chain-of-custody documentation.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and sampling areas in a clean, compliant condition.
- Record and review analytical test results in laboratory systems.
- Support material release and disposition processes.
- Identify and escalate atypical results, deviations, and quality concerns.
- Maintain compliance with cGMP, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and data integrity standards.
- Collaborate with Quality Control and manufacturing teams.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Knowledge of cGMP, GDP, and laboratory data integrity requirements.
- Hands-on experience with basic analytical laboratory testing and reagent preparation.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment maintenance and standard testing procedures.
- Understanding of raw material sampling, handling, and documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
- Good communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow controlled procedures and escalate quality concerns appropriately.
Qualifications
An early-career laboratory professional with experience or practical exposure to Quality Control, analytical testing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or biotechnology laboratories.
Contract Duration: 6 months.
Work Location: Fully on-site in Houston, TX.
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate.
Contract engagement is managed through an external recruitment partner.