Associate Scientist, Quality Control
Liquidia Technologies
Quality Assurance
United States
Posted on Mar 25, 2026
Liquidia is deeply passionate and committed to the discovery, engineering, and development required to bring novel therapies to patients who need them most, and to the healthcare providers who care for them. Our current drive is toward improving the treatment of pulmonary hypertension (PH). We will continue to combine our proprietary, innovative PRINT® Technology with new and established medications, offering the potential for both better precision and improved clinical outcomes. Our team members include some of the industry’s top scientists, clinicians, business strategists, engineers, and pharmaceutical executives. We work together to help people lead longer, healthier, and happier lives.
Job Summary
The Associate Scientist, Quality Control is an entry-level, hands-on laboratory role responsible for performing analytical testing in support of in-process, and product release. This position operates within a cGMP-regulated Quality Control laboratory and plays a critical role in ensuring data integrity, compliance, and timely product disposition.
The Associate Scientist works closely with senior QC staff, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure laboratory activities meet internal quality standards, regulatory requirements, and established procedures. Education and Experience
Job Summary
The Associate Scientist, Quality Control is an entry-level, hands-on laboratory role responsible for performing analytical testing in support of in-process, and product release. This position operates within a cGMP-regulated Quality Control laboratory and plays a critical role in ensuring data integrity, compliance, and timely product disposition.
The Associate Scientist works closely with senior QC staff, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure laboratory activities meet internal quality standards, regulatory requirements, and established procedures. Education and Experience
- B.S. degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
- 0–2 years of experience in a cGMP-regulated analytical laboratory environment.
- Hands-on experience with HPLC strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with cGMP documentation practices.
- Foundational understanding of cGMP and data integrity principles.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Willingness to learn new techniques and regulatory expectations.
- Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing in accordance with approved methods, specifications, and cGMP requirements.
- Document laboratory activities contemporaneously and in compliance with cGMP and data integrity requirements.
- Review and evaluate analytical data for accuracy and compliance; communicate atypical results or trends promptly.
- Support investigations related to OOS, OOT, or atypical results.
- Participate in peer review of laboratory documentation as assigned.
- Maintain a compliant, inspection-ready laboratory environment.
- Participate in team meetings, training, and continuous improvement activities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support timely testing and product release.
- Perform other duties as assigned.