QC Junior Chemist

Role Overview

The QC Junior Chemist position supports the Quality Control lab by performing foundational analytical testing, sample prep, record-keeping, and laboratory support tasks following approved protocols. Working under supervision, this role aids in testing raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, stability batches, and product development items while gaining expertise in analytical methods commonly used in oral solid dosage pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Primary Duties

• Conduct routine analytical tests on raw materials, intermediary and final products, stability, and development samples utilizing authorized methods.
• Prepare chemical samples, standards, reagents, buffers, and mobile phases meticulously in line with standard protocols and safety guidelines.
• Use a variety of analytical approaches including wet chemistry, pH measurement, titrations, loss on drying, residue evaluation, Karl Fischer moisture analysis, UV-Vis spectroscopy, FT-IR, dissolution testing, HPLC, and more as assigned.
• Maintain detailed, complete, and timely documentation of all laboratory activities in digital or paper formats, adhering to cGMP, ALCOA, and data integrity principles.
• Ensure instruments and labware are calibrated, qualified, and clean before use, immediately reporting irregularities, potential out-of-specification/out-of-trend results, documentation issues, or equipment problems.
• Assist with sample handling, stock management, equipment cleaning, lab upkeep, reagent labeling, and waste disposal to uphold a safe and inspection-ready laboratory environment.

Candidate Profile

• Entry-level candidates with 0 to 1 year of lab experience; relevant academic lab courses, internships, or co-op placements are also applicable.
• Prior exposure to pharmaceutical, cGMP, GLP, analytical, or quality control labs is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Basic knowledge of lab safety, sample preparation, analytical calculations, and proper documentation preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a closely allied science field is required.
• Relevant coursework in analytical chemistry, instrumental methods, pharmaceutical sciences, or similar areas is beneficial.
• Understanding of chemical principles, lab procedures, sample preparation, and scientific calculations such as concentrations, dilutions, assay computations, and unit conversions.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques including HPLC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, dissolution, Karl Fischer moisture testing, pH tests, titrations, and related wet chemistry methods.
• Capability to strictly follow protocols, test methods, specifications, and instructions, identifying when to escalate queries or unexpected results.
• Attention to detail, organized record-keeping, clear communication skills, and ability to produce accurate laboratory documentation contemporaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience or understanding of LIMS, Empower, or electronic lab systems is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary with eligibility for annual performance bonuses.
• Yearly merit-based salary increments.
• 401(k) retirement plan with automatic enrollment at 3% pre-tax contribution and a 50% company match on the first 6% contributed.
• Paid Time Off and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Funding support for professional development and career growth.
• Tuition aid for children and childcare expense reimbursement.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time role requiring on-site attendance Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.