QC Chemist

Job Title: QC Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled QC Chemist to perform wet chemistry testing on raw materials. The role involves testing IR Spectroscopy, Melting point temperature, and viscosity, following USP methodology. You will be responsible for conducting various tests on raw materials, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform raw material testing on APIs and excipients.
• Perform wet chemistry testing including FTIR spectroscopy, spectroscopic identification testing, melting point temperature, Karl Fischer, viscosity, etc.
• Utilize instrumentation and equipment including Refractometer, Densitometer, pH meter, Auto-titrator, UV-VIS Spectrophotometer, and FTIR.
• Prep reagents and solutions for testing.
• Document test results using electronic notebooks.
• Assist with sending out samples to 3rd party labs for testing.
• Follow GMPs, USP methodology, FDA, and company policies and procedures.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry.
• 2-3 years of experience in a GMP/regulated laboratory performing wet chemistry testing.
• Must have experience with raw material testing.
• Proficiency in IR Spectroscopy, Melting point temperature, and viscosity testing.
• Experience with USP methodology is preferred; open to experience with other methodology such as ASTM, AOCS, etc.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/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:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Westmont,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.

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