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$31.50 - $40.41/hr

Working as a consultant, this role assists in the preparation, review, and coordination of ... The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors ...

... consulting talent focused on biopharma compliance, innovation, and CMC strategy. What You Will Do ... Annual or Hourly Compensation Range The base salary range for this position is $138,700.00 - $208 ...

... consulting talent focused on biopharma compliance, innovation, and CMC strategy. What You Will Do ... Annual or Hourly Compensation Range The base salary range for this position is $138,700.00 - $208 ...

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How much do hourly cmc consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly cmc consultant in the United States is $38.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Cmc Consultant vs Contract Cmc Specialist?

AspectHourly Cmc ConsultantContract Cmc Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in life sciences, with industry certificationsSimilar credentials, often with additional specialized training
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, biotech or pharma companies, project-basedContract roles within biotech or pharma companies, project-specific
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by consulting firms and biotech companies for temporary expertiseEngaged directly by companies for specific projects

Both roles involve working on CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) projects in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. The main difference lies in employment type: Hourly Cmc Consultants typically work on a flexible, hourly basis through consulting firms, while Contract Cmc Specialists are hired directly for specific projects on a contractual basis. Both require similar credentials and industry experience, but their work arrangements and employer relationships differ.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Cmc Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 48% Full Time, 46% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,074 per year, or $38 per hour.

Cardinal Health
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 339 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

130th of 895 rated healthcare providers

People enjoy working here

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$31.50 - $40.41/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company connecting patients, providers, payers, pharmacists and manufacturers for integrated care coordination and better patient management. Backed by nearly 100 years of experience, with more than 50,000 employees in nearly 60 countries, Cardinal Health ranks among the top 20 on the Fortune 500.

We boast tremendous opportunities to grow and apply technical skills to meet organizational needs, empowering talented team members who mentor and uplift others, led by leaders with a focus on employee development and well-being, dedicated training programs, and a collaborative atmosphere.

We currently have a career opening for a Scientist I - CMC

What Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls contributes to Cardinal Health

The Scientist I - CMC supports regulatory activities for pre-approval, post-approval changes, and lifecycle management across client Rx and non-Rx products. Working as a consultant, this role assists in the preparation, review, and coordination of regulatory documentation, while ensuring alignment with applicable regulatory requirements and client expectations. The individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the timely delivery of high-quality regulatory submission content.

Location

Remote

Responsibilities

  • Support the development, authoring, and compilation of regulatory documentation related to post-approval changes and lifecycle management activities.

  • Assist as an authoring strategist by organizing and maintaining submission-ready documents in accordance with US FDA and global regulatory requirements (EMA, NMPA, ANVISA, PMDA, HC, TGA, etc).

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., CMC, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply) to gather and verify required information for regulatory submissions.

  • Ensure documentation consistency, accuracy, and compliance with internal standards and client expectations.

  • Track and manage document timelines and deliverables to support regulatory milestones.

  • Maintain clear and proactive communication with client stakeholders while operating in a contractor capacity.

  • Ensures an established level of billable hours per fiscal year

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience (Pharma QA, QC, Analytical Development), preferred

  • Familiarity with core CMC concepts (e.g., manufacturing, control strategy, change management) and general awareness of post-approval variation requirements across major health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA, PMDA, ANVISA, TGA, Health Canada) is preferred.

  • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently in a client-facing role.

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat for document editing, formatting, and publishing.

  • Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across functions.

  • Understanding and application of scientific principles and techniques used in pharmaceutical product development

  • Knowledge and experience with cGMP regulations and ICH guidance.

  • Experience with writing global regulatory applications in eCTD format

What is expected of you and others at this level

  • Applies foundational CMC and regulatory concepts to support project deliverables with attention to quality and detail

  • Contributes to project activities with increasing autonomy, proactively seeking guidance when needed

  • Interprets and applies established procedures to address routine technical and regulatory questions

  • Demonstrates a strong learning mindset, building CMC and global regulatory knowledge (including post-approval lifecycle management) through hands-on project work

  • Effectively manages assigned tasks and deadlines in a remote setting, showing self-motivation and accountability

  • Adapts to evolving project priorities and supports multiple client needs as part of a consulting environment

  • Communicates clearly and collaborates with team members to ensure alignment and progress on deliverables

  • Supports client projects by delivering high-quality work products and developing regulatory acumen over time

Anticipated hourly range:$31.50 - $40.41 per hour

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage

  • Paid time off plan

  • Health savings account (HSA)

  • 401k savings plan

  • Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

  • Short- and long-term disability coverage

  • Work-Life resources

  • Paid parental leave

  • Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 9/8/26 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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About Cardinal Health

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Cardinal Health Innovative Delivery Solutions With over 45 years of experience in helping hundreds of hospital and outpatient pharmacies, we provide access to best practice strategies and tactics to control costs, improve workflow and enhance safety. Cardinal Health Innovative Delivery Solutions is one of the largest employers of acute-care pharmacist in the United States. Cardinal Health is the employer of choice for pharmacists because we offer a variety of career opportunities in pharmacy leadership, clinical specialties, remote order entry, business management, medication therapy management and more.

Industry

Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dublin, OH, US

Year founded

1971

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