GForce Life Sciences
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Base pay range $50.00/hr - $54.00/hr
We are seeking a
Chemistry Lab Consultant
to support our Product Development R&D team in Cary, IL. Over the past two years, the team has established in-house chemistry and microbiology lab capabilities. We are now looking for an experienced professional to assess, benchmark, and optimize lab operations to ensure we are functioning as a compliant, efficient, and well‑controlled R&D environment capable of supporting routine testing, developmental work, and stability studies.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate current lab processes, instrumentation, and workflows across both the chemistry and microbiology labs.
Benchmark existing operations and identify improvements to align with GMP expectations.
Ensure proper segregation of materials, method development, and validation processes are established and documented.
Review IQ/OQ activities previously performed by vendors and ensure calibration and preventive maintenance are effectively managed.
Guide chemists in proper lab practices, method validation, and reliability testing to strengthen overall lab performance.
Create or refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
Mentor and support lab staff in day‑to‑day operations, ensuring best practices in sample handling, equipment use, and data integrity.
Collaborate with R&D leadership to transition the lab into a fully GLP/GMP‑compliant environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline.
5‑8+ years of experience managing or leading operations in a chemistry or microbiology lab within a FDA‑regulated, GMP/GLP environment.
Proven track record developing, validating, and documenting analytical methods.
Strong understanding of lab infrastructure setup, instrument qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and quality processes.
Experience working in medical device and pharmaceutical industries required.
Hands‑on expertise with method development, calibration, and preventive maintenance.
Experience with both chemistry labs required, and microbiology preferred.
Term & Start
6+ month contract
Onsite 5 days/week in Cary, IL
Full‑time, 40 hours/week
Benefits available (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)
Seniority level Director
Employment type Contract
Job function Strategy/Planning, Science, and Management
Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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Base pay range $50.00/hr - $54.00/hr
We are seeking a
Chemistry Lab Consultant
to support our Product Development R&D team in Cary, IL. Over the past two years, the team has established in-house chemistry and microbiology lab capabilities. We are now looking for an experienced professional to assess, benchmark, and optimize lab operations to ensure we are functioning as a compliant, efficient, and well‑controlled R&D environment capable of supporting routine testing, developmental work, and stability studies.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate current lab processes, instrumentation, and workflows across both the chemistry and microbiology labs.
Benchmark existing operations and identify improvements to align with GMP expectations.
Ensure proper segregation of materials, method development, and validation processes are established and documented.
Review IQ/OQ activities previously performed by vendors and ensure calibration and preventive maintenance are effectively managed.
Guide chemists in proper lab practices, method validation, and reliability testing to strengthen overall lab performance.
Create or refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
Mentor and support lab staff in day‑to‑day operations, ensuring best practices in sample handling, equipment use, and data integrity.
Collaborate with R&D leadership to transition the lab into a fully GLP/GMP‑compliant environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline.
5‑8+ years of experience managing or leading operations in a chemistry or microbiology lab within a FDA‑regulated, GMP/GLP environment.
Proven track record developing, validating, and documenting analytical methods.
Strong understanding of lab infrastructure setup, instrument qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and quality processes.
Experience working in medical device and pharmaceutical industries required.
Hands‑on expertise with method development, calibration, and preventive maintenance.
Experience with both chemistry labs required, and microbiology preferred.
Term & Start
6+ month contract
Onsite 5 days/week in Cary, IL
Full‑time, 40 hours/week
Benefits available (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)
Seniority level Director
Employment type Contract
Job function Strategy/Planning, Science, and Management
Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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