{"id":4325372,"url":"https://alion.io/job/catalent-scientist-qc-analytical-2","title":"Scientist, QC Analytical","company":{"id":1785256,"name":"Catalent","domain":"catalent.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/catalent-com","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Science & Research","role_family":"Science & Research","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Harmans, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":2,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"CAPA","optional":false},{"name":"ELISA","optional":false},{"name":"GMP","optional":false},{"name":"HPLC","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Excel","optional":false},{"name":"qPCR","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-19T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-19","last_verified_at":"2026-11-15T00:25:56Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":27,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":27},"description":"Scientist, QC Analytical\nAbout Site\nOur FDA-licensed, state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facility for Gene Therapies is located on the Harmans/BWI campus. The campus, featuring two manufacturing facilities, is located 5 miles from the Baltimore Washington International (BWI) airport and 13 miles from our Baltimore location. The campus is close to Washington, DC’s I-270 Technology Corridor, top universities, and government agencies.\nThe Harmans/BWI-1 EMA and FDA approved facility, at approximately 200,000 sq. ft., houses 10 CGMP manufacturing suites, fill/finish, central services, testing labs, and a warehouse.\nThe Harmans/BWI-2 facility, at approximately 145,000 sq. ft., is under development and will house 8 CGMP manufacturing suites and cold storage warehousing.\nBoth facilities support Phase 3 through commercial manufacturing of advanced therapeutic products including AAV and other viral vector-based therapies and vaccines.\nPosition Summary\nWe have an opportunity for a Scientist, QC Analytical to join our team supporting analytical testing for GMP manufacturing of clinical and commercial products. This role requires strong technical knowledge, familiarity with scientific and regulatory principles, and a commitment to scientific excellence. The Scientist, QC Analytical will report to the Supervisor, QC Analytical and contribute to maintaining high-quality standards in testing and documentation.\nShift: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm\nLocation: Harmans, MD - BWI\n100% Onsite\nThe Role\nPerform assays such as ELISA, DNA/RNA extraction and gel electrophoresis, qPCR, ddPCR, HPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis, Appearance, Osmo, and pH.\nDocument testing in compliance with GMP/GDP procedures.\nGenerate internal and external documents such as assay protocols, summary reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).\nProvide analytical support to QC method services for method verification of platform test methods.\nSupport release and stability testing for raw materials, components, standards, and finished products.\nReview laboratory work and approve data packages as designated by the Supervisor.\nMaintain and troubleshoot instrumentation, ensuring accurate data interpretation.\nWrite laboratory investigations, out-of-specification reports, deviations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and perform statistical analysis and trending.\nReview paper and electronic records for accuracy and compliance.\nReport issues to management and participate in issue resolution and investigations.\nWork under general supervision to meet project goals and adapt to off-hour or weekend work as needed.\nParticipate actively in training activities and manage individual training plans.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nThe Candidate\nMinimum Requirements\nBachelor’s degree in a Life Sciences discipline with at least 2 years of experience in a cGMP QC laboratory, or a Master’s degree in a Life Sciences discipline with at least 1 year of experience in a cGMP QC laboratory.\nExperience in the biologic, pharmaceutical, or medical device industry performing hands-on QC work with strong familiarity with GMP practices.\nExperience in writing standard operating procedures (SOPs).\nStrong foundation in biochemistry with hands-on experience reviewing documentation and applying scientific and regulatory principles to support quality and operational activities.\nDemonstrates excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced, team-oriented environments.\nProficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, leveraging these tools to manage documentation, analyze data, and support business processes.\nAbility to work a set shift with occasional overtime as required.\nPreferred Skills & Background\nExperience with techniques such as ELISA, qPCR, ddPCR, HPLC, and Capillary Electrophoresis.\nPay\nThe anticipated hourly rate for this position in MD is $38.46 - $48.07 plus bonus. The final hourly rate offered to a successful candidate may vary and will depend on factors such as experience, skillset, education, and business needs. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.\nWhy You Should Join Catalent\nDefined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.\nDiverse, inclusive culture.\nPotential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.\nCompetitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays.\nCommunity engagement and green initiatives.\nMedical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.\nTuition reimbursement.\nCatalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.\npersonal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.\nVisit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.\nCatalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.\nIf you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.\nNotice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.\nImportant Security Notice to U.S. Job Seekers:\nCatalent NEVER asks candidates to provide any type of payment, bank details, photocopies of identification, social security number or other highly sensitive personal information during the offer process, and we NEVER do so via email or social media. If you receive any such request, DO NOT respond- it is a fraudulent request. Please forward such requests to  for us to investigate with local authorities.\nCalifornia Job Seekers can find our California Job Applicant Notice HERE.\nVolunteer Work Disclosure: Applicants for employment in Massachusetts may include in their employment history any verified work performed on a volunteer basis.\nMassachusetts Lie Detector Test Notice: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 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