Associate Quality Control

Job Title: Associate Quality Control Chemistry Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate in Quality Control Chemistry to support the startup and operational readiness of our QC laboratory. This individual will work with minimal supervision to lead and contribute to critical activities, including system qualifications, method transfers, and laboratory operations in a GMP-regulated environment. Responsibilities

- Collaborate cross-functionally with site teams to implement work order and preventative maintenance systems for laboratory equipment.
- Review and contribute to validation documentation to support onboarding of equipment and computerized systems.
- Draft, revise, and review technical and quality documentation, such as SOPs, test methods, technical assessments, validation reports, trend reports, and safety evaluations.
- Assist in the procurement of laboratory consumables and critical reagents required for startup activities.
- Coordinate and execute training and method transfer activities for instruments including H/UPLC, TOC, Conductivity, Osmolality, and other chemistry-based platforms.
- Actively participate in audits, quality initiatives, and cross-functional projects with site or global impact.
- Provide routine operational support during weekends and public holidays as required.

Essential Skills

- Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Compendial testing, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant laboratory experience in a GMP pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment with a strong background in analytical testing.
- Proficient in analytical laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
- Demonstrated understanding of industry regulations, data integrity, and compliance standards.
- Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.
- Experience with method validation, verification, and transfer.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Familiarity with laboratory systems such as LIMS and LMES/CIMS.
- Hands-on Empower experience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and adapt to varying communication styles.
- High school/GED + 2 years of work experience, or Associate's degree and 6 months of work experience, or Bachelor's degree.

Work Environment This position is fully onsite with standard working hours, but may require flexibility to work up to 5 days per month on shifts. The role involves working in a chemistry laboratory environment, requiring the ability to adapt to the demands of a GMP-regulated setting. The candidate must be willing to provide support during weekends and public holidays as needed.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Holly Springs, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Holly Springs, NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Holly Springs,NC. About Actalent

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