Quality Control Analyst I, Raw Materials

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (NASDAQ:OCUL) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the formulation, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye using its proprietary bioresorbable hydrogel-based formulation technology, ELUTYX. Ocular Therapeutix has built a robust product pipeline of drug delivery solutions developed to reduce the complexity and burden of the current standard of care and position itself to become a leader in the ophthalmic space.

Outside of the ophthalmic realm and behind the doors of our headquarters in Bedford, MA, we strive to build a strong culture where employees can flourish and achieve their career goals. We encourage out of the box thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and creativity.

Position Summary:

The Quality Control (QC) Analyst I, Raw Materials is responsible for performing routine and non-routine testing of raw materials to ensure compliance with internal specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. This role involves analytical testing, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• The primary responsibilities of this role will be performing qualitative and quantitative testing of raw materials using techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, titration, and wet chemistry.
• Support the review and interpretation of analytical data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with cGMP, USP, EP, JP, and other applicable standards.
• Support aliquoting, shipment and coordinating the external outsourced testing of raw materials at contract laboratories.
• Assist in managing QC incoming inspections and AQL activities related to raw material and finished products.
• May assist in the preparation and review of technical documents including SOPs, test protocols, test reports, test methods, and specifications.
• May perform method transfer, validation and verification activities per ICH Q2/ cGMP guidelines.
• May investigate and document out-of-specification (OOS) results and deviations.
• Support raw material qualification and requalification programs.
• Collaborate with quality assurance, procurement, warehouse, and manufacturing teams to resolve material-related issues.
• Participate in internal and external audits and inspections.
• Ensure laboratory safety and compliance with environmental and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• 13 years of experience in a QC laboratory, preferably in a regulated industry is required.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques and instrumentation is required.
• Must have a strong understanding of cGMP, GLP, and regulatory guidelines.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with LIMS.
• Familiarity with compendial testing (USP, EP, JP).
• Knowledge of raw material lifecycle management.

Work Environment:

• Laboratory setting with exposure to chemicals and analytical instruments.
• May require occasional lifting of materials up to 25 lbs.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

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Salary Range

$68,000-$75,000 USD

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