Quality Control Analyst

Job Description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is looking to add a Quality Control Analyst to its high-performance quality team working at the state-of-the-art, contract API manufacturing facility that specializes in Nucleic Acid Chemistries located in Frederick, Colorado.

The world's most revolutionary biopharma companies are partnering with Agilent Technologies to advance the next frontier of medicine. Agilent continues to invest in the capacity and expansion of its Colorado operations. Join our team of professionals dedicated to the development and commercialization of nucleic acid therapeutics for life-changing, life-saving medicines.

This position coordinates and conducts routine and non-routine testing support. Responsibilities include testing to support manufacturing, raw material release, qualification, and validation activities. Understanding and experience with Standard Operating Procedures, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and other regulatory requirements are required.

Shift:

This position will support Weekend Shifts, consisting of 4 10-hour shifts; must be open to working Thursday thru Sunday. or Friday thru Monday on day shift, weekend coverage.

Position may require QC testing support in both Boulder and Frederick sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to communicate directly with peers and area managers
• Conducts analysis associated with clinical and non-clinical laboratory studies under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) regulations and guidance per Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Organization for Economic Co-Operations and Development (OECD) as well as international regulations
• Performs analysis on raw materials, in-process materials, APIs (developmental and commercial), final product and other requested testing as per written procedures.
• Reviews data for compliance to specifications, report results, and troubleshoots abnormalities
• Ensures equipment is performing well and communicates and takes appropriate action as necessary
• Troubleshoots, investigates, and resolves laboratory testing failures and drives solutions to improve the quality control laboratory programs through corrective and preventive actions
• Maintains inventory and ordering of laboratory supplies
• Performs maintenance activities on laboratory instruments and equipment
• Ensures good documentation practices are followed

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent in Chemistry or related life sciences field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 2+ years of relevant experience within the pharmaceutical Industry
• Exposure and knowledge of FDA regulations and guidelines
• Knowledge of cGMP guidelines or international regulations (i.e., International Committee on Harmonization (ICH) Q7)
• Knowledge of analytical equipment and instrumentation utilized for the testing of in-process samples, raw materials, and microbiological samples
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Chemstation
• Familiarity with the following laboratory disciplines is highly desired:
• HPLC
• Density
• HPLC-MS
• IC
• Solution Preparation
• UV analysis
• FTIR
• Shift Differential for Weekend work
• Weekend Shift, consisting of 4 10-hour shifts; must be open to working Thursday thru Sunday or Friday thru Monday on day shift.

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases.

Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please contact +1-262-754-5030 email [email protected]. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least December 26, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $34.00 - $53.13/hr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:
No

Shift:
Swing

Duration:
No End Date

Job Function:
Quality/Regulatory