
QC Scientist I
Eugene, ORContract$26–30/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Job overview
The Quality Control Laboratory Analyst supports laboratory testing, analytical analysis, and quality operations in a regulated scientific environment. The role performs routine QC testing, uses analytical instrumentation, conducts microbiological testing, and maintains laboratory records in accordance with established procedures. It is a contract assignment through May 8, 2027, with potential for permanent employment based on business needs and performance.
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Full job description
Quality Control Laboratory Analyst
Location: Eugene, OR
Pay: $26–$30/hour
Duration: Contract through May 8, 2027, with potential for permanent employment
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Laboratory Analyst to support laboratory testing, analytical analysis, and quality operations within a regulated scientific environment.
This position is ideal for someone with hands-on QC laboratory experience, preferably within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, who is comfortable working with analytical instrumentation, following established procedures, and maintaining accurate laboratory documentation.
The successful candidate will help ensure testing accuracy, product quality, and compliance with applicable quality and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform routine quality control laboratory testing and analytical procedures.
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Utilize analytical instrumentation and techniques such as HPLC, ICP-MS, UV-Vis spectroscopy, flow cytometry, NMR, and dissolution testing, as applicable.
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Conduct microbiological testing and follow appropriate aseptic techniques.
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Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with SOPs and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
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Follow cGMP, GLP, and established quality management system requirements.
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Assist with laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
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Review and interpret analytical results, identify discrepancies, and support problem resolution.
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Maintain compliance with applicable pharmacopeia standards and regulatory requirements.
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Collaborate with laboratory and cross-functional teams to support quality objectives and testing timelines.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
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Minimum of 2 years of experience in a quality control laboratory environment; biotechnology or pharmaceutical experience strongly preferred.
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Working knowledge of cGMP, GLP, quality systems, and GDP documentation practices.
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Hands-on experience with analytical laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
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Familiarity with microbiological testing and aseptic laboratory practices.
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Experience using LIMS, Microsoft Office, and laboratory analytical software.
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Understanding of SOPs, laboratory equipment maintenance, and calibration.
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Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical problem-solving abilities.
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Effective written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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Flexibility to accommodate changing laboratory priorities and scheduling needs.
Opportunity Details
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Pay: $26–$30/hour
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Location: Eugene, Oregon
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Assignment: Contract through May 8, 2027
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Potential: Opportunity for permanent employment based on business needs and performance.
Pay Details: $26.00 to $30.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The California Fair Chance Act
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Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
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Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: 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 shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,437 open Quality Control jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$26–30/hr
- US median$24–29/hr448 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $28/hr, is 6% above the US median midpoint ($27/hr) — in the middle half of Quality Control hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 1,437 open Quality Control jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Quality Control postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (994 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 343 of the 1,437 open Quality Control jobs (24%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 6, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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