QC - Lead Scientist I

About Site Catalent’s Kansas City facility is a leading center for integrated development, manufacturing, and packaging services for oral solid dosage forms. The site combines advanced technologies with a collaborative environment to support pharmaceutical development from early‑stage formulation through commercial supply. With a strong focus on quality and innovation, the Kansas City team works in state‑of‑the‑art laboratories and manufacturing spaces designed to deliver reliable solutions for global clients. This location offers an engaging workplace where scientific expertise and technical excellence come together to help bring life‑changing medicines to patients worldwide. Position Summary We have an opportunity for a QC - Lead Scientist I to join our team. In this role, you will use your technical expertise to lead complex projects and design experiments that support the department’s goals. You will work independently, make decisions, and solve problems while ensuring compliance with site procedures and safety requirements. This position requires a detail‑oriented and self‑motivated individual who can also collaborate and assist team members as needed. Shift: Monday – Friday, 8 am–5 pm Location: Kansas City, MO Work Mode: 100% Onsite The Role Plan and execute laboratory testing independently, creating work plans and schedules based on customer timelines and site performance expectations. Perform analytical testing on raw materials using techniques such as HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, FTIR, UV‑Vis, Polarimetry, and wet chemistry. Write method development documents and carry out method verification and transfer activities. Author technical documents, including protocols, test methods, reports, and standard operating procedures. Review technical documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Act as a technical lead or subject matter expert on assigned projects, interacting with customers and taking responsibility for project outcomes. Support efficiency improvement projects with guidance and identify potential business opportunities during project work. Train other laboratory associates on analytical techniques. Perform other laboratory‑related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a related Life Science or Physical Science field with 11+ years of related work experience, or a Master’s degree in a related field with 9+ years of experience, or a Doctorate degree with 5+ years of experience. Ability to execute testing procedures for the identification and characterization of raw materials per USP, EP, and JP using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV‑Vis, FTIR, conductivity, and wet chemistry. Experience performing peer review of routine and complex laboratory documentation and reviewing technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness, and regulatory compliance. Physical ability to walk, sit, stand, use hands to handle or feel, reach at or above shoulder height and below waist height, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear, smell, and lift up to 40 pounds on an average 8‑hour day. Specific vision requirements include reading written documents, visual inspection of materials, and frequent use of a computer monitor screen. May require the use of a respirator. Preferred Skills & Background Ability to train, coach, or mentor others on technical material, personal development, business matters, and compliance topics. Experience identifying, developing, and executing efficiency or compliance improvement projects within a team and recommending business opportunities on a project‑specific basis. Benefits 152 hours of paid time off plus 8 paid holidays. Medical, dental, and vision coverage options. Generous 401(k) match. Tuition reimbursement. Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr