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1925 GlaxoSmithKline LLC
QC Scientist
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What they do
A Quality Control Chemist uses chemistry analysis to test samples of manufacturing or pharmaceutical products, to ensure that products meet quality standards.
$73,421 / year median in Pennsylvania
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Business Introduction We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Position Summary You will test and release materials that support safe, effective medicines. You will work across manufacturing, quality, and technical teams. We value curiosity, practical problem solving, and clear communication. This role offers growth through hands-on lab work, technical projects, and contributions that align with our mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Perform and train others on testing laboratory samples (raw materials, in-process, product, water) using chemical, biochemical, and microbiological methods.
- Prepare samples, standards, and solutions and maintain accurate laboratory records.
- Conduct environmental monitoring, bioburden, and endotoxin testing as required.
- Manage sample lifecycle and associated documentation, both physical and electronic.
- Lead and participate in laboratory investigations, data review, and corrective actions.
- Support instrument lifecycle activities, validations, technical transfers, and routine lab upkeep. Why You? Basic Qualification We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Biology.
- Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience in a regulated (GxP/cGMP) environment.
- Hands-on experience with routine wet chemistry or microbiology techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and experience maintaining accurate lab records.
- Ability to work collaboratively with manufacturing and quality teams.
- Willingness to work occasional weekends or off-shift coverage as required. Preferred Qualification If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus
- Experience with biopharmaceutical testing methods (HPLC/UPLC, ELISA, CGE, SEC, PCR, protein concentration assays).
- Familiarity with environmental monitoring, bioburden, endotoxin, and disinfectant efficacy testing.
- Experience with laboratory and quality systems (LIMS, LES, SAP/ERP) and Microsoft Office.
- Understanding of cGxP, ICH guidelines, data integrity expectations, and compendial standards.
- Experience supporting analytical method transfers, instrument qualification, or validations.
- Prior experience in continuous improvement activities and good laboratory housekeeping practices.
- to impact health at scale.
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