About the role
Job Summary Step into a high-impact analytical role in Round Rock, TX, supporting a leading life sciences organization. As a Lead Scientist, you will drive testing for finished products, execute complex method development, and lead Out of Specification (OOS) investigations.
location: Round Rock, Texas
job type: Contract
salary: $40 - 50 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
Responsibilities
- Perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and custom analytical projects in accordance with SOPs.
- Develop and execute investigational strategies for OOS events and author detailed technical reports.
- Lead and participate in analytical method development, validations, and complex technical studies.
- Execute instrument qualifications, maintenance, and troubleshooting for laboratory equipment.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maintain an audit-ready laboratory environment compliant with safety and quality policies.
Qualifications Required:
- BS/MS degree with 4+ years of related analytical chemistry experience, or a PhD in a relevant scientific field.
- Proven expertise in analytical method development, validation, and complex data interpretation.
- Strong technical writing skills with experience authoring SOPs, technical presentations, and OOS investigation reports.
- Hands-on experience working under ISO standard guidelines (ISO 9001, ISO 17025, or ISO 17034).
Preferred
- Prior analytical testing experience in a regulated GLP, GMP, or ISO laboratory environment.
- Working knowledge of medical device, pharmaceutical, or clinical quality systems.
skills: Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Control (QC)
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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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