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Quality Control Associate

Meet Life Sciences
Watertown, MA Contractor
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026

Job Summary

Seeking a detail-oriented Associate II, Analytical Development/Quality Control professional to support analytical testing, method development, and quality control activities within a regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environment. This role is responsible for executing analytical assays, maintaining data integrity, supporting investigations, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure product quality and compliance with cGMP standards.


Responsibilities

  • Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
  • Support Environmental Monitoring activities and laboratory operations.
  • Execute analytical assays using techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and microscopy.
  • Record, review, and maintain accurate laboratory data and documentation in compliance with GMP and GDP requirements.
  • Assist with investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS) results and deviations.
  • Support analytical method development, optimization, qualification, and transfer activities.
  • Prepare technical documents including protocols, reports, and data summaries.
  • Perform data review, trending, and quality assessments.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Project Management teams to support project and client needs.
  • Communicate testing results, observations, and issues clearly to stakeholders.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
  • 0–3 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO environments.
  • Hands-on experience with analytical techniques, including HPLC/UPLC preferred.
  • Understanding of cGMP, GDP, and laboratory compliance standards.
  • Strong documentation, organizational, and data integrity skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

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