{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"903c8a24a2df33ed2e954b74","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/903c8a24a2df33ed2e954b74","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/903c8a24a2df33ed2e954b74","title":"Quality Control Chemist","description":"A rapidly growing specialty pharmaceutical company is seeking Quality Control Chemists at all levels (I, II, Sr.). These professionals will perform analytical testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, in-process samples, stability samples, and finished drug products to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. They support product quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance through laboratory testing, method execution, documentation, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPerform qualitative and quantitative analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products using validated analytical methods.\n\nOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, UPLC, GC, GC-MS, LC-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, dissolution systems, and related equipment.\n\nExecute testing in accordance with approved specifications, SOPs, cGMP requirements, and regulatory guidelines.\n\nConduct stability testing and support stability programs in accordance with ICH guidelines.\n\nAssist with analytical method development, verification, transfer, and validation activities.\n\nMaintain accurate laboratory notebooks, test records, electronic data, and documentation in compliance with data integrity requirements.\n\nInvestigate laboratory deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and atypical findings.\n\nParticipate in root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.\n\nPerform routine calibration, qualification, and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.\n\nSupport internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.\n\nCollaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Validation, and R&D teams to support product development and commercial operations.\n\nFollow all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and company quality procedures.\n\nPerform additional duties as assigned.\n\nQualifications\n\nAssociate of Science (A.S.) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline, plus 2 years of industry experience.\n\nBachelor's or Master’s degree preferred.\n\nExperience\n\n1-8 years of pharmaceutical quality control laboratory experience levels (I – Senior).\n\nExperience working in an FDA-regulated cGMP environment.\n\nExperience supporting generic pharmaceutical, sterile, or oral solid dosage manufacturing environments preferred.\n\nTechnical Skills\n\nHands-on experience with:\n\nHPLC\n\nUPLC\n\nGas Chromatography (GC)\n\nFTIR Spectroscopy\n\nUV-Visible Spectroscopy\n\nDissolution Testing\n\nLC-MS and/or GC-MS\n\nKnowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP requirements, and ICH guidelines.\n\nFamiliarity with ICH Q1 (Stability), ICH Q2 (Method Validation), ICH Q7, and pharmaceutical quality systems.\n\nStrong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.\n\nExperience with OOS investigations, deviations, CAPA, and change control processes.\n\nEstimated Minimum Rate\n$80,500.00\n\nEstimated Maximum Rate\n$115,000.00\n\nBenefits\n\nMedical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)\n\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)\n\nLife & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)\n\nMetLife Voluntary Benefits\n\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\n\n401K Retirement Savings Plan\n\nDirect Deposit & weekly epayroll\n\nReferral Bonus Programs\n\nCertification and training opportunities\n\nAdditional Information\nNote: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nYoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\n\nVisit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.\n\nFor California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.\n\nIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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These professionals will perform analytical testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, in-process samples, stability samples, and finished drug products to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. They support product quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance through laboratory testing, method execution, documentation, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPerform qualitative and quantitative analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products using validated analytical methods.\n\nOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, UPLC, GC, GC-MS, LC-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, dissolution systems, and related equipment.\n\nExecute testing in accordance with approved specifications, SOPs, cGMP requirements, and regulatory guidelines.\n\nConduct stability testing and support stability programs in accordance with ICH guidelines.\n\nAssist with analytical method development, verification, transfer, and validation activities.\n\nMaintain accurate laboratory notebooks, test records, electronic data, and documentation in compliance with data integrity requirements.\n\nInvestigate laboratory deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and atypical findings.\n\nParticipate in root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.\n\nPerform routine calibration, qualification, and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.\n\nSupport internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.\n\nCollaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Validation, and R&D teams to support product development and commercial operations.\n\nFollow all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and company quality procedures.\n\nPerform additional duties as assigned.\n\nQualifications\n\nAssociate of Science (A.S.) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline, plus 2 years of industry experience.\n\nBachelor's or Master’s degree preferred.\n\nExperience\n\n1-8 years of pharmaceutical quality control laboratory experience levels (I – Senior).\n\nExperience working in an FDA-regulated cGMP environment.\n\nExperience supporting generic pharmaceutical, sterile, or oral solid dosage manufacturing environments preferred.\n\nTechnical Skills\n\nHands-on experience with:\n\nHPLC\n\nUPLC\n\nGas Chromatography (GC)\n\nFTIR Spectroscopy\n\nUV-Visible Spectroscopy\n\nDissolution Testing\n\nLC-MS and/or GC-MS\n\nKnowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP requirements, and ICH guidelines.\n\nFamiliarity with ICH Q1 (Stability), ICH Q2 (Method Validation), ICH Q7, and pharmaceutical quality systems.\n\nStrong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.\n\nExperience with OOS investigations, deviations, CAPA, and change control processes.\n\nEstimated Minimum Rate\n$80,500.00\n\nEstimated Maximum Rate\n$115,000.00\n\nBenefits\n\nMedical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)\n\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)\n\nLife & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)\n\nMetLife Voluntary Benefits\n\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\n\n401K Retirement Savings Plan\n\nDirect Deposit & weekly epayroll\n\nReferral Bonus Programs\n\nCertification and training opportunities\n\nAdditional Information\nNote: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nYoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\n\nVisit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.\n\nFor California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.\n\nIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-06-28T04:20:03.824Z","dateModified":"2026-06-28T04:20:03.824Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Yohaday","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Sacramento","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"903c8a24a2df33ed2e954b74"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/903c8a24a2df33ed2e954b74"}}