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Key Responsibilities

The Confidential Client is seeking a QC Scientist I to perform routine and investigative analytical testing in a GMP-regulated quality control laboratory.

• Perform HPLC, UPLC and related chromatographic analyses for release, stability and method validation studies.
• Accurately analyze, document, and report laboratory data in compliance with GMP.
• Identify, document, and communicate out-of-specification (OOS) and out-of-trend (OOT) results.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation; follow preventive maintenance schedules.
• Support method validation, qualification, and instrument/method transfers.
• Draft and revise SOPs, test methods, and laboratory records.
• Maintain laboratory safety, organization, and compliance with quality systems.
• Collaborate with QC colleagues, project leads, and clients to meet testing priorities and timelines.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, UPLC or other chromatographic instrumentation through industry work, internships, co-ops, academic research, or laboratory coursework.
• Solid understanding of analytical laboratory techniques and scientific principles.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a laboratory environment.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a GMP/GLP, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology QC laboratory.
• Familiarity with SEC, CEX, peptide mapping, glycan analysis or similar assays.
• Experience with chromatography data systems (example: EMPOWER) or comparable software.
• Prior involvement in method validation, stability testing, or laboratory investigations.

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What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in pharmaceutical quality control, chromatography, and method validation.
• Practical exposure to GMP laboratory operations and professional development within a collaborative scientific team.
• Opportunity to grow technical skills and advance within QC roles.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract-to-Hire position, fully onsite in Saint Louis, MO. Employment will be with our client (Confidential Client) if selected.

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Pay & Benefits

• Pay range: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour (hourly pay for contract assignment; exact offer depends on experience and qualifications).
• Potential benefits (eligibility, based on classification and tenure) may include medical, dental & vision, short/long-term disability, life insurance, HSA, 401(k) options, transportation benefits, employee assistance program and paid time off.

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Workplace Type

• Fully onsite in Saint Louis, MO.

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Application Deadline

• This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

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About the Client

The Confidential Client delivers engineering and sciences services and talent solutions to support product development and quality initiatives for life sciences and technology customers. Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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