QC Scientist

job summary:
Step into a hands-on analytical role where your laboratory expertise directly impacts product quality and innovation. As a QC Scientist in Round Rock, TX, you will conduct analytical testing on finished products, raw materials, and in-process samples using advanced instrumentation like HPLC and GC. You will solve complex technical challenges, lead OOS investigations, and contribute to method optimization, process development, and technology transfers in a dynamic quality-driven environment.

location: Round Rock, Texas
job type: Contract
salary: $35 - 38 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Perform analytical testing, stability assessments, and method validations for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods, primarily using HPLC and GC.
• Operate and maintain chromatographic instrumentation and detectors (UV-Vis, RI, ELSD, FID).
• Conduct Out of Specification (OOS) investigations, develop investigational strategies, and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Document project results, draft batch records, test specifications, and technical reports for transfer to QC.
• Support technology transfers, equipment qualifications, and process improvements while collaborating with project teams.
• Ensure strict adherence to ISO regulatory standards, quality systems, and safety policies.

qualifications:
Required:

• BS or MS in chemistry or relevant life science related field with 2+ years of prior work experience in a related field.

• Knowledge of the ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and ISO 17034 requirements.
• May have prior work experience in a GLP, GMP and/or ISO environment.
• May have knowledge of quality system requirements of the medical device, pharmaceutical and/or clinical industries.

• The Scientist has demonstrated knowledge and experience in analytical methods and interpretation of analytical results.
• Excellent verbal and technical writing skills. Ability to write procedures, reports, OOS reports, training documents, technical presentations, etc.
• Understanding of Company products, their applications and requirements.
• Understanding of Company quality system for ISO regulatory requirements.

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skills: High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Control (QC)




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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).




This posting is open for thirty (30) days.