About this role
QC Scientist IINTERESTED CANDIDATES CAN SEND UPDATED RESUMES TO MAMCDONOUGH @ACTALENTSERVICES .COM OR TEXT MARISA AT 330. 397. 1302 TO SET UP AN IMMEDIATE PHONE INTERVIEW!Job DescriptionJoin our dynamic team as a QC Scientist I, where you will engage in bench testing and provide analytical support for the development and release of pharmaceutical products. You will be trained in both the Oral Dose Solids and Nasals departments, ensuring comprehensive expertise in our processes.
Responsibilities
- Perform sample preparation, wet chemistry, standard weighing, and dilutions.
- Undergo training on HPLC and GC over time.
- Conduct chemical and physical analyses to support the development of manufacturable pharmaceutical products.
- Provide analytical support for the release of registration materials for regulatory submissions.
- Assist in analytical method validation and transfer activities.
- Perform analytical tasks in support of product development, registration lot release, and regulatory submission activities.
- Complete activities within assigned timelines, complying with cGXP's and company practices.
- Follow work instructions, SOPs, and company practices accurately and timely, maintaining data integrity.
- Identify challenges in analytical methods and support troubleshooting activities.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in dilutions, sample preparation, biochemistry, quality control, and chemistry.
- Bachelor's degree in Science Field is required.
- Strong laboratory experience, preferably outside of academia.
- Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work with supervision, using scientific judgment and professional competency.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Prefer candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
- Consideration for candidates with degrees in Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Environmental Science, Pharmaceutical Science, with strong chemistry lab experience.
Work EnvironmentThis role offers a fast-paced environment working primarily in the quality group, with occasional duties in the manufacturing area. The position operates on a flexible 1st shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with the possibility of working four 10-hour days.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
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 DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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