Associate Scientist, Quality Control

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Associate Scientist, Quality Control

Job Description

The Associate Scientist, Quality Control (QC) will execute QC operations in support of process development and validation. This role requires a candidate with technical lab experience and robust industry experience. The position demands previous expertise in technical skills such as Flow Cytometry, ELISA, and Cell Culture.

Responsibilities

• Execute QC operations in support of process development and validation, including in-process and lot release testing.
• Implement innovative technologies, methods, and processes for process and product characterization.
• Collaborate with other departments and external partners to support applicable projects.
• Review all data in accordance with applicable procedures and cGMP requirements.
• Utilize scientific principles to assist in analytical testing methods and the proper use of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory and equipment.
• Work and communicate effectively within the team to ensure timelines are met.
• Perform peer review of testing data.
• Complete all work in a timely manner.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

The position requires hands-on work setting up and operating equipment in R&D and manufacturing environments. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment, including eye protection, gloves, shoes, and lab coat. The role may require extended periods of standing. The work is split between 60% in the lab BSL 2 and desk, not in a cleanroom.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Frederick, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Frederick,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.