US_Research and Development Associate I

Job Title: Research and Development Associate I
Location:5000 Davis Dr. Research Triangle Park, NC 
Pay Rate: $32/hr | Paid Weekly
Initial Assignment Length: 6-Month Contract (Potential Extension Based on Performance, Attendance & Business Need)
Benefits: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Available

Position Overview
Seeking a Research and Development Associate I to support utility monitoring and quality control activities within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring critical utilities and bulk gases meet quality and compliance standards through routine testing, sampling, inspection, and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform TOC (Total Organic Carbon), Conductivity, and Nitrate testing for utility monitoring, cleaning verification, and validation activities.
• Collect and analyze bulk gas samples for viable and non-viable particulates; may also perform moisture and THC testing.
• Inspect process aids and raw materials, including filters and tubing.
• Review and maintain GMP-compliant documentation.
• Support environmental and utility monitoring programs.
• Collaborate with Microbiology and Manufacturing teams to coordinate sampling activities and report monitoring data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, or another scientific discipline.
• 1–3 years of laboratory, quality control, environmental monitoring, utility monitoring, or GMP experience.
• Experience with water testing (TOC, Conductivity, Nitrates), sample collection/testing, and GMP documentation preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs in a regulated environment.