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Chromatography Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Quality Lab Technician

Edgerton, WI · On-site

$56K - $66K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role focuses heavily on gas chromatography (GC) and other wet chemistry techniques to ensure product quality and compliance. The technician spends most of the day conducting product testing ...

Quality Lab Technician

Edgerton, WI · On-site

$56K - $66K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role focuses heavily on gas chromatography (GC) and other wet chemistry techniques to ensure product quality and compliance. The technician spends most of the day conducting product testing ...

IC (Ion Chromatography) * GC (Gas Chromatography) * Automated and Manual Titration Systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * pH and Conductivity Analysis * Experience supporting operations and maintenance ...

Lab Analyst - Water Testing

Appleton, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) * Purge and Trap systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) * Laboratory data systems * Perform routine laboratory tasks under ...

Lab Analyst - Water Testing

Appleton, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) * Purge and Trap systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) * Laboratory data systems * Perform routine laboratory tasks under ...

Lab Analyst - Water Testing

Appleton, WI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) * Purge and Trap systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) * Laboratory data systems * Perform routine laboratory tasks under ...

Lab Analyst - Water Testing

Appleton, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) * Purge and Trap systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) * Laboratory data systems * Perform routine laboratory tasks under ...

Lab Analyst - Water Testing

Appleton, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) * Purge and Trap systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) * Laboratory data systems * Perform routine laboratory tasks under ...

Lab Analyst - Water Testing

Appleton, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) * Purge and Trap systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) * Laboratory data systems * Perform routine laboratory tasks under ...

Lab Analyst - Water Testing

Appleton, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) * Purge and Trap systems * Atomic Absorption (AA) * Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) * Laboratory data systems * Perform routine laboratory tasks under ...

Process Engineer II

Madison, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will support fermentation vessels, purification systems, heat treatment equipment, solids conveyance, centrifuges, chromatography instruments, cold storage, analytical equipment, and emerging ...

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How much do chromatography jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for chromatography in Wisconsin is $28.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.73 and $32.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does someone working in chromatography do?

Professionals in chromatography roles routinely prepare and analyze samples using various chromatography methods like HPLC or GC, interpret results, and document findings according to industry standards. They are responsible for calibrating and maintaining analytical instruments, troubleshooting equipment issues, and adhering to strict quality control protocols. Collaboration with other scientists, quality assurance teams, and production staff is common to support research, product development, or regulatory compliance. Depending on the workplace, you may also be involved in method development or validation, making the role both dynamic and integral to scientific operations.

What is chromatography?

A chromatography job involves analyzing chemical compounds using chromatography techniques to separate, identify, and quantify substances in a mixture. Professionals in this field work in laboratories, often in pharmaceutical, environmental, food safety, or research settings. They operate chromatography instruments like HPLC, GC, or ion chromatography systems, interpret results, and ensure quality control. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of laboratory protocols are essential for success.

What is the work of chromatography?

Chromatography is a technique used by professionals to separate and analyze mixtures of substances. Chromatographers operate specialized equipment, interpret results, and often require knowledge of chemistry and laboratory safety to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in chromatography?

To thrive in a chromatography role, you need a background in chemistry or biochemistry with hands-on experience in analytical laboratory techniques. Proficiency with chromatographic instruments such as HPLC, GC, and related data analysis software—often backed by certifications like CLP (Certified Lab Professional)—is highly valued. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication enhance performance and teamwork in this role. Mastering these skills ensures accurate results, reliable quality control, and effective collaboration in laboratory and research settings.

What careers use chromatography?

Chromatography is used in careers such as analytical chemists, laboratory technicians, quality control analysts, and research scientists. These roles often involve developing and applying chromatography techniques to analyze chemical compounds in pharmaceuticals, environmental samples, food products, and forensic investigations.

What are popular job titles related to Chromatography jobs in Wisconsin?

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Infographic showing various Chromatography job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,899 per year, or $28.8 per hour.

Senior Scientist - Downstream Process Development, mRNA

Catalent, Inc.

Madison, WI • On-site

$92K - $126K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago


Catalent rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Senior Scientist - Downstream Process Development, mRNA
Position Summary:
  • Work Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm
  • 100% on-site

Catalent Biologics is a fast-growing business within Catalent Pharma Solutions focused on providing innovative technologies and solutions to help more and better biologic treatments get to patients. Leveraging our growing differentiated technology portfolio, world class manufacturing capability, and other integrated services across the Catalent network, Catalent Biologics is positioned to drive significant growth for Catalent.
Catalent Pharma Solutions in Madison, WI is hiring a Senior Scientist - Downstream Process Development, mRNA. The Process Development Senior Scientist, mRNA will lead and support the development, optimization, and process characterization of manufacturing processes for mRNA-based therapeutics and vaccines, spanning early-phase clinical through commercial programs. This role requires hands-on expertise in mRNA process development, including in vitro transcription (IVT), purification, and analytical characterization. The scientist will bring deep mRNA technical expertise and demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability, recognizing that supporting multiple modalities, including protein biologics, may be required to meet evolving client and business needs.
The Role:
  • Design and optimize IVT reactions, enzymatic processing, and purification workflows
  • Develop scale-down models and execute DOE studies for process characterization and process development
  • Author process development reports, validation protocols, and risk assessments (FMEA, CPP identification)
  • Define a control strategy for mRNA DS (CPPs, CQAs, IPCs, acceptance criteria, sampling plans) and defending it through late phase / commercial readiness
  • Apply Quality by Design (QbD) principles and statistical tools for process characterization and PPQ readiness
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines for process validation and lifecycle management
  • Establish and maintain SOPs for mRNA synthesis and purification to ensure reproducibility and compliance
  • Collaborate with analytical teams for method development and validation of mRNA drug substance. Experience authoring or reviewing method validation/qualification strategy and understanding suitability for intended use (development vs GMP release) preferred
  • Ability to support downstream process development for monoclonal antibodies and other protein modalities preferred.
  • Participate in tech transfer activities to GMP manufacturing sites for both mRNA and protein programs.
  • Process scale chromatography and filtration (chromatography, tangential flow, normal flow) experience
  • Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting chromatography workstations and process skids preferably in an industrial setting
  • Process scale up and technology transfer
  • Knowledge and experience working in a cGMP environment
  • Good documentation practices (GDP)
  • Aseptic technique experience
  • Experience writing standard operating procedures, batch records, and reports
  • Experience mentoring junior staff regarding laboratory procedures and scientific projects
  • Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate:
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 8-15 years related experience, OR
  • Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 5-10 years related experience, OR
  • Doctorate Degree in a STEM discipline and 2-4 years related experience
  • Process scale chromatography and filtration (viral, chromatography, tangential flow,
    normal flow) experience
  • Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting chromatography workstations and process
    skids preferably in an industrial setting
  • Viral clearance validation, process scale up, and technology transfer
  • Knowledge and experience working in a cGMP environment
  • Good documentation practices (GDP)
  • Aseptic technique experience
  • Experience writing standard operating procedures, batch records, and reports
  • Experience mentoring junior staff regarding laboratory procedures and scientific project

Why you should join Catalent:
  • Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
  • Diverse, inclusive culture
  • Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative
  • Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
  • 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
  • Generous 401K match
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
Important Security Notice to U.S. Job Seekers:
Catalent NEVER asks candidates to provide any type of payment, bank details, photocopies of identification, social security number or other highly sensitive personal information during the offer process, and we NEVER do so via email or social media. If you receive any such request, DO NOT respond- it is a fraudulent request. Please forward such requests to spam@catalent.com for us to investigate with local authorities.
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Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.Catalent is committed to the health and safety of its employees, visitors and the customers and patients we serve.

Industry

Pharmaceutical product wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Somerset, NJ, US

Year founded

2007

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