Technical Writer

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring for a leading global pharmaceutical organization recognized for its commitment to scientific innovation, quality, and regulatory excellence. This is a 1-year contract-to-hire opportunity based onsite in High Point, NC, offering the chance to join a collaborative Quality Control team supporting GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Quality Control Investigation Writer

Location: High Point, NC (Onsite)
Job Type: 1-Year Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $20.00-$ 27.00/hour , depending on education and relevant experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday | Standard Business Hours
Position Summary

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is seeking a Quality Control Investigation Writer to support laboratory investigations within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading, authoring, and coordinating scientifically sound laboratory investigations while ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, cGMP requirements, and internal quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience writing Quality Control investigations, performing root cause analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve laboratory events while driving continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and author Quality Control laboratory investigations related to:
  
  • Out-of-Specification (OOS) results
  • Out-of-Trend (OOT) results
  • Environmental Monitoring (EM) excursions
  • Laboratory deviations
  • Atypical laboratory events
  • Invalid analytical and microbiological test results
  • Data integrity and documentation discrepancies
• Review laboratory data, chromatograms, worksheets, environmental monitoring data, instrument records, and supporting documentation to determine root cause and product impact.
• Facilitate investigation meetings with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Perform and document scientific root cause analyses using established investigation methodologies.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and compliant investigation reports that meet FDA and cGMP expectations.
• Develop scientifically supported product impact assessments and recommend corrective actions.
• Author and support associated quality documentation, including:
  
  • Deviations
  • Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs)
  • Change Controls
• Ensure investigations are completed accurately and within established timelines.
• Support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections by providing investigation documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Identify recurring laboratory issues and recommend process improvements to strengthen compliance and reduce repeat events.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:
  
  • Chemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Or another related scientific discipline
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or biologics environment.
• Experience authoring and supporting laboratory investigations within a Quality Control environment.
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Strong scientific writing and technical documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience authoring or supporting:

• Out-of-Specification (OOS) Investigations
• Out-of-Trend (OOT) Investigations
• Environmental Monitoring (EM) Investigations
• Laboratory Deviations
• CAPAs
• Change Controls

Experience with:

• Root Cause Analysis
• Analytical chemistry and/or microbiology laboratory data review
• Electronic Quality Management Systems (e.g., TrackWise)
• FDA Guidance for Industry regarding OOS investigations
• Quality Risk Management principles

Preferred Skills

• Excellent technical writing and documentation abilities.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical Quality Control laboratory operations.
• Ability to evaluate complex scientific data and develop well-supported conclusions.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance and data integrity.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has experience supporting pharmaceutical Quality Control investigations and enjoys solving complex laboratory issues through scientific analysis, collaboration, and clear technical writing. This individual is detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Why Work for Adecco?

• Competitive pay: $20.00-$ 27.00/hour , based on education and relevant experience.
• 1-year contract-to-hire opportunity with the potential for long-term employment based on performance and business needs.
• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Free training and professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment.
• Opportunity to build your career with a globally recognized pharmaceutical organization in a GMP-regulated environment.

Pay Details: $20.00 to $27.00 per hour


Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.


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