Quality Control Chemist in Walkersville, Maryland
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, QA Specialist - Analyst/Manager
Location: Walkersville
Quality Control Chemist
Location:
Frederick, MD
Duration: 12+ Months
Onsite:
Shift flexibility preferred
Wed-Saturday
Time:
Day 3PM - 1:30AM EST
• Perform testing of raw materials, intermediates and final products by following analytical methods:
Cell based bioassays, Flow Cytometry, ELISA and qPCR assays.
• Work with internal and external resources to maintain lab in an optimal state.
• Assist with monitoring and trending data, complete routine record review of test data and related documents for in-process testing, drug substance and drug product release. Supply information to support generation of CoAs for product release.
• Maintains laboratory instruments for calibration and routine maintenance
• Author or revise SOPs, qualification/validation protocols and reports.
• Assist with lab investigations regarding out of specifications (OOS) results. Participate in determination of root cause for deviations related to analytical procedures.
• Provide updates at daily and weekly meetings.
• Monitor the GMP systems currently in place to ensure compliance with documented policies. Review proposed changes to systems, procedures, methods, and submissions to regulatory agencies, as appropriate.
• Gather metric information for use in continuous improvement of areas of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required.
Basic Qualifications• Bachelor's Degree OR
• AA Degree and 2+ years' experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience OR
• High School Degree and 3+ years' experience in biotechnology or related field and Quality Control experience
Preferred Qualifications• Strong knowledge of GMP, SOPs and quality control processes.
• Identifying, writing, evaluating, and closing OOS's and investigations.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.
• Ability to communicate and work independently with scientific/technical personnel.
• Well versed in various analytical techniques such as Flow Cytometry, ELISAs, PCR, and cell bioassays and other applicable methods to the testing of biopharmaceuticals.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (21 CRF Part 11/210/211).
• Preferred:
Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry.
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