Associate Scientist QC

Actalent
Painesville, OH

Job Title: Associate Scientist in Routine HPLC and GC Analysis
Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Scientist to perform routine HPLC and GC analysis in a GMP analytical laboratory. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in the pharmaceutical industry, working with APIs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine HPLC and GC analysis in a GMP analytical laboratory.
  • Conduct additional analyses using FTIR, KF, DSC, TGA, IC, NMR, and polarimetry.
  • Coordinate raw material testing in a materials management system.
  • Inspect manufacturing supplies for quality and compliance.
  • Sample raw materials and intermediates as part of routine analysis.
  • Coordinate the timely and compliant generation of data to support client projects.
  • Review data for technical content and adherence to good record-keeping practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of related pharmaceutical analytical laboratory experience.
  • Experience in good laboratory/manufacturing practices (GLP/cGMP).
  • Proficiency in HPLC and GC analysis.
  • Familiarity with standard lab equipment such as balances, pipettes, and pH meters.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Basic chemical knowledge with the ability to handle materials safely.
  • Effective communication skills with manufacturing and quality personnel.
  • Ability to multitask effectively.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with laboratory quality control or stability testing.
  • Interaction with quality assurance processes.
Work Environment

The role is based in a laboratory environment where you will work with extractables and leachables, migrations, and LC MS/MS technologies. The position involves working with a high level of professionalism within the pharmaceutical industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Painesville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Painesville,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

// // //