Entry-Level Chemistry Lab Technician (R&D)
Actalent
About the Role
- Entry-Level Chemistry Lab Technician (R&D)
- Long-term career opportunity in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Opportunity for significant pay increase within the first year.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare samples, standards, and dilutions for analytical testing of pharmaceutical materials.
- Perform wet chemistry testing including titrations, pH measurements, and viscosity analysis.
- Operate analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, NGI, and Gas Chromatography (GC).
- Execute testing activities supporting product development, lot release, method validation, and regulatory programs.
- Accurately document laboratory work, observations, and results in compliance with cGxP requirements.
- Analyze data using laboratory software systems and prepare test results for reporting.
- Assist with troubleshooting analytical methods and resolving technical challenges.
- Support method validation and method transfer activities under guidance from senior scientists.
- Collaborate with Scientists and cross-functional teams to meet project goals and testing timelines.
- Manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced laboratory environment while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- HPLC
- NGI
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- Titrations
- pH measurements
- Viscosity analysis
- cGxP compliance
- Laboratory software systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
- Candidates with other scientific degrees are encouraged to apply if they have chemistry-focused laboratory research or industry experience.
Job Type & Location
- Permanent position
- Onsite in Columbus, OH
- Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Pay And Benefits
- Pay range: $24.00 - $24.00/hr
- Benefits (if eligible): Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Life Insurance; Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).
Application Deadline
- Anticipated close date: November 5, 2026.