Scientist III

Kelly Science has and Immediate opening for a Scientist III, QC Labs for our growing client near Columbus, OH

Shift: 2nd

Full-time

Direct Hire

Salary: $75,000-$100,000 DOE

Your Role:

As a Scientist III, QC Labs, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance. You’ll be responsible for conducting sophisticated testing of raw materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and finished products to ensure they meet both customer requirements and regulatory standards. You’ll also contribute to the continuous improvement of analytical methods and troubleshooting, working closely with a collaborative team in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform Analytical Testing: Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical testing for APIs, starting materials, packaging components, and finished products, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to current DPs, SOPs, and cGMP regulations while performing testing and documenting results.

Documentation & Reporting: Maintain clear, organized records in laboratory notebooks, worksheets, and documents. Author detailed technical reports to improve analytical methods.

Investigative & Troubleshooting Work: Apply advanced analytical techniques to resolve complex issues, investigate discrepancies, and ensure proper use of laboratory equipment.

Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Act as a key player in meetings with stakeholders to discuss laboratory deviations, lead troubleshooting efforts, and provide guidance to junior scientists.

Review & Approve Analytical Data: Ensure all analytical documentation and batch records are reviewed, validated, and released in accordance with company procedures and specifications.

Desired Analytical Expertise:

For APIs: Proficiency in UV, HPLC, GC, UPLC, KF, FTIR, Advanced Data Review, Lead Investigator, and Disposition (Packaging/Labeling).

For Pharmaceutical Products: Expertise in HPLC, UPLC, Chromatographic Data Systems (Empower preferred), Laboratory Information Management Systems (LabWare preferred), and Advanced Data Review.

Additional Desired Techniques: Experience with particle size analysis, ICP, AA, viscosity, XRD, GC, IC, droplet size distribution, FTIR, and microscopy.

What You Bring to the Team:

A BS in Chemistry (or related science field) with a minimum of 5 years of GMP pharmaceutical analytical chemistry experience, or 10 years of relevant experience with a high school diploma.

Hands-on experience executing and evaluating analytical methods for APIs and pharmaceutical products, including both compendial and non-compendial testing.

Expertise in advanced analytical techniques, method troubleshooting, and data review.

Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to organize and lead meetings with stakeholders to discuss lab deviations.

A collaborative mindset with the ability to mentor junior scientists in laboratory techniques and best practices.

What We Offer:

Competitive Compensation: Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential.

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits.

Generous Time Off: Starting with 20 days PTO (prorated), additional days at milestone anniversaries, 3 personal days, and 11 company-paid holidays.

Retirement & Savings: Auto-enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.

Wellbeing & Employee Discounts: Access to our Wellbeing Rewards Program and employee discount offerings.

Career Growth: Career advancement opportunities and access to tuition reimbursement to further your education.

Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to support you during important life milestones.

Why Join Us?