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Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring for a notable global pharmaceutical manufacturing organization known for its leadership in sterile drug product development and high-quality biologics and small molecule production.

Position: QC Scientist – Microbiology / Bio-Analytical / Raw Materials
Location: Onsite

Pay: Up to 45/hr depending on education and relevant experience level
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (with occasional overtime or weekend support)
Duration: 4-month contract (temp-to-hire)

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POSITION SUMMARY

The QC Scientist will support microbiological, bio-analytical, and raw material testing activities to ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.

This role is responsible for routine testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring of controlled manufacturing areas. The scientist will also support aseptic control programs, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position requires strong technical expertise in QC laboratory operations, a solid understanding of regulatory expectations (FDA/EMA), and strict adherence to SOPs and cGMP guidelines. The QC Scientist will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Research & Development, while also supporting audits, documentation integrity, and equipment maintenance.

This role also includes responsibility for raw material quality testing, including specification development, identification testing, assay, and impurity analysis in alignment with regulatory and internal quality standards.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIESMicrobiology & Environmental Monitoring

• Perform sterility testing, endotoxin testing, microbial identification, and routine microbiological assays on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products

• Conduct compendial testing including BacT/ALERT, endotoxin, and mycoplasma assays

• Support environmental monitoring programs, aseptic process simulations, cleaning validation, and contamination control initiatives

• Perform trending analysis of environmental and sterility data and generate technical reports with risk-based recommendations

• Participate in investigations for OOS, deviations, and non-conformances; support CAPA and change control processes

• Support development and execution of microbial control strategies across raw materials and production processes

• Ensure accurate documentation of all results in compliance with SOPs, GMP, and regulatory requirements

• Perform growth promotion testing and release testing as required

Raw Material & Quality Control Testing

• Perform raw material identification, assay, and impurity testing per established specifications and regulatory guidelines

• Support creation and maintenance of material specifications and testing protocols

• Ensure compliance of incoming raw materials used in manufacturing processes

Laboratory Operations & Compliance

• Maintain calibration, cleaning, and performance verification of laboratory equipment (incubators, BSCs, refrigerators, etc.)

• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and providing technical data

• Maintain laboratory logs, reagent inventories, and QC documentation systems

• Ensure adherence to cGMP, FDA, EMA, and internal quality systems

Cross-Functional & Technical Support

• Collaborate with QA, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to support production and quality initiatives

• Provide technical support for microbiological and analytical troubleshooting

• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory updates, and microbiological advancements

Training & Mentorship

• Train and mentor junior analysts and new team members in laboratory procedures and microbiological techniques

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the QC laboratory environment

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field

• 4–7 years of experience in microbiology and/or bio-analytical testing within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industry environments

• Or 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

• Strong knowledge of microbiological techniques including aseptic processing, sterility testing, endotoxin testing, ELISA, ddPCR, flow cytometry, viability assays, and cell culture

• Experience with method development, validation, and GMP-compliant testing environments

• Familiarity with FDA, EMA, and cGMP regulatory requirements

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams

• Proficiency in data analysis, laboratory systems, and quality management systems

Pay Details: $40.00 to $45.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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