Biochemist

Biochemist- Entry level position looking for B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or Microbiology

Job Description

Join our Environmental Monitoring and Verification team within the Quality Control Department as a Biochemist. This role combines elements of chemistry and microbiology, and involves work both in production suites and the QC lab.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surface sampling and cleaning verification swabs in a clean room setting after product manufacturing.
• Perform QC testing using UV, conductivity meters, incubators, autoclave, and particle size testing.
• Undergo training for future HPLC and GC testing.
• Peer review data while adhering to cGMP regulations.
• Sample water and conduct microbial testing.
• Qualify agar plates for growth promotion.
• Cross-train on the Raw Materials Team to test incoming materials and perform wet chemistry testing such as pH, IR, moisture, and identification tests.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related Life Science field.
• 0-2+ years of experience in chemistry, particularly with HPLC or other analytical instrumentation.
• 0-2 years of experience working under GMP regulations.
• Proficiency in microbiology and chemistry testing, quality control, and QC testing.
• Strong attention to detail and self-accountability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize tasks and willingness to learn.
• Self-awareness and capability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Creative problem-solving skills and ability to work with minimal direction.

Work Environment

The position is based in a Quality Control laboratory setting with a modern design and shared workspaces. The lab comprises four teams on the chemistry side, each with around six chemists per supervisor, including Raw Materials, Finished Products, Analytical Development, Environmental Monitoring, and QC Specialists.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Verona, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/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 Verona,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 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.

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