Join a leading pharmaceutical team in Ridgefield, NJ as a Laboratory Technician III (Scientific), where you'll play a critical role in quality control and product release testing. This fully onsite opportunity offers a stable weekday schedule (M-F, 8-4:30 PM). Ideal for experienced scientists with a strong background in cGMP environments, this role involves hands-on work with HPLC, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, GC, and gel assays, contributing directly to the integrity and safety of pharmaceutical products.
In this role, you'll go beyond routine testing-you'll lead method transfers, troubleshoot technical issues, and develop scientific documentation while collaborating cross-functionally and mentoring junior staff. If you're passionate about lab science, method development, and driving quality standards, this is a chance to make a tangible impact while expanding your expertise in a dynamic and well-respected setting.
location: Ridgefield, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $55.00 - 56.30 per hour
work hours: 8 to 4
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Perform UV-Vis spectrophotometry, HPLC, and Gel assays for in-process and final product samples.
- Perform maintenance on complex laboratory equipment, including HPLC and GC systems.
- Investigate and troubleshoot Quality Control methods.
- Prepare investigations related to OOS (Out of Specification) / OOT (Out of Trend) results.
- Review QC data for compliance with procedures and specifications.
- Prepare statistical analysis of results.
- Train less experienced staff on new procedures.
- Transfer methods from support groups to the QC laboratory.
- Develop and author complex and explicit documentation for new and current procedures and technical reports.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance for the successful completion of major laboratory projects.
- Implement new quality control procedures.
- Transfer and develop new methods.
- Identify deviations from QC methods.
- Recommend method improvements.
- Implement and monitor personnel training.
- Work effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
- Interact with external personnel on technical matters requiring coordination between sites.
- Work independently with minimal supervision and direction.
- Work in compliance with cGMPs.
- Practice safe work habits and adhere to safety procedures and guidelines.
qualifications:
Must-Have Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a Life Sciences discipline with at least 4 years of experience in a cGMP laboratory environment, or
- Master's Degree in a Life Sciences discipline with at least 2 years of experience in a cGMP laboratory environment
- Hands-on experience with HPLC (High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography)
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and lab-based data management systems
- Strong scientific technical writing skills
- Must be local to Ridgefield, NJ, within a commutable distance, or willing to relocate at own expense
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. with no current or future need for sponsorship
- Experience with Agilent GC, HPLC, Gel Electrophoresis, UV-Vis Spectroscopy, and wet chemistry techniques
- Familiarity with Empower software
- Knowledge of USP and global compendia requirements
- Strong working knowledge of lab-based data management systems
skills: Quality control, HPLC, MS-WORD, MS-EXCEL, Chemistry, Chromatography, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
