GC Chemist

Overview

Perform advanced GC testing of raw materials in a cGMP pharma lab.

Key Responsibilities

• method validation
• process validation
• cleaning validation
• documentation
• audits
• training

Tasks

-Perform internal laboratory audits as necessary. -Ensure proper handling and documentation of controlled substances in strict accordance with federal and company regulations. -Actively participate in laboratory and company meetings and training sessions. -Maintain accurate, organized, and cGMP-compliant documentation for all testing activities, including lab notebooks, chromatograms, report forms, Certificates of Analysis (C of A), specification sheets, and glassware labeling. -Promote and adhere to all laboratory health, safety, and housekeeping protocols; take a leadership role in lab clean-up efforts and related initiatives. -Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to Level 1 and Level 2 chemists. -Execute method validation, process validation, and cleaning validation testing, along with all associated verification, validation, optimization, and transfer activities as required. -Complete assigned projects with precision and timeliness, minimizing errors, repeats, and analyst-related deviations; follow management directives to meet deadlines and priorities. -Support lab management in conducting investigations and handling deviations; assist in preparing for and responding to audits and regulatory inspections.

Requirements

• lab instrumentation
• cgmp
• analytical testing
• bachelor's chemistry
• 4‑5 years
• communication

What You Bring

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in technical writing for reports and the ability to interpret technical documents, instructions, diagrams, and schedules. -Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with colleagues and supervisors. -Demonstrated proficiency in operating advanced laboratory instrumentation and associated software. -Fluent in English with strong command of both verbal and written communication. -Capable of working under pressure, following detailed instructions, and managing priorities in a deadline-driven setting. -Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline required. -Exceptional time management and attention to detail to ensure accurate project completion with minimal errors. -Ability to consistently deliver high-quality work in a pharmaceutical environment regulated by agencies such as the FDA and DEA. -Proven expertise in analytical testing within a cGMP-compliant laboratory environment. -A minimum of 4–5 years of laboratory experience is preferred, ideally within a pharmaceutical setting focused on solid dosage forms.

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About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

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