QC Chemist I

GE HealthCare seeks a QC Chemist I to perform analytical testing on injectable pharmaceutical products at their Arlington Heights facility. The role involves operating specialized analytical instruments, participating in validation studies, and supporting quality assurance for contrast media and molecular imaging agents.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing on in-process and final pharmaceutical products using multiple instruments
• Investigate out-of-specification results and track analytical data trends
• Participate in method validation projects and process improvement initiatives
• Conduct visual inspection of finished products and maintain laboratory supplies
• Ensure compliance with quality procedures, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science field
• Proficiency with laboratory software applications
• Ability to distinguish color and lift 25 pounds
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Experience with HPLC, ICP-OES, UV/VIS, FTIR, or liquid scintillation equipment preferred
• Prior work in FDA-regulated QC environment preferred

Compensation: $47,600-$71,400 annual base