Step into a hands-on analytical role where your laboratory expertise directly impacts product quality and innovation. As a QC Scientist in Round Rock, TX, you will conduct analytical testing on finished products, raw materials, and in-process samples using advanced instrumentation like HPLC and GC. You will solve complex technical challenges, lead OOS investigations, and contribute to method optimization, process development, and technology transfers in a dynamic quality-driven environment.
location: Round Rock, Texas
job type: Contract
salary: $35 - 38 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Perform analytical testing, stability assessments, and method validations for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods, primarily using HPLC and GC.
- Operate and maintain chromatographic instrumentation and detectors (UV-Vis, RI, ELSD, FID).
- Conduct Out of Specification (OOS) investigations, develop investigational strategies, and troubleshoot technical issues.
- Document project results, draft batch records, test specifications, and technical reports for transfer to QC.
- Support technology transfers, equipment qualifications, and process improvements while collaborating with project teams.
- Ensure strict adherence to ISO regulatory standards, quality systems, and safety policies.
qualifications:
Required:
- BS or MS in chemistry or relevant life science related field with 2+ years of prior work experience in a related field.
- Knowledge of the ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and ISO 17034 requirements.
- May have prior work experience in a GLP, GMP and/or ISO environment.
- May have knowledge of quality system requirements of the medical device, pharmaceutical and/or clinical industries.
- The Scientist has demonstrated knowledge and experience in analytical methods and interpretation of analytical results.
- Excellent verbal and technical writing skills. Ability to write procedures, reports, OOS reports, training documents, technical presentations, etc.
- Understanding of Company products, their applications and requirements.
- Understanding of Company quality system for ISO regulatory requirements.
skills: High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Control (QC)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
