Stability Scientist (W2 Contract)

Location: Richmond, VA
Employment Type: W2 Contract Only (No C2C / No 1099)
Schedule: Onsite / Laboratory-based

Pay Rate

$40-$55 per hour (W2 only + Negotiable)

About the Role

As a Stability Scientist, you will play a key role in evaluating how environmental factors impact product quality across development and commercialization. You'll design, execute, and analyze stability studies that directly support regulatory submissions, quality decisions, and product shelf-life determination for consumer or pharmaceutical products.

This role is ideal for a scientist with a strong analytical background who enjoys hands-on laboratory work, data interpretation, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, initiate, and monitor product stability studies in alignment with regulatory guidelines and internal quality systems
• Perform data collection, trending, and statistical analysis to establish shelf-life and storage conditions
• Conduct analytical testing using techniques such as:
  • HPLC / UPLC
  • GC
  • UV/VIS
  • Dissolution
  • Viscosity and pH measurements
• Document all laboratory work in compliance with GMP/GLP and internal quality standards
• Troubleshoot analytical or stability-related issues and support laboratory investigations
• Prepare technical reports summarizing stability data for regulatory, quality, and development stakeholders
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Development teams
• Maintain laboratory instruments through calibration, standardization, and routine maintenance
• Follow all laboratory safety and housekeeping policies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field
• 1-3+ years of laboratory experience (stability testing, QC, or analytical chemistry preferred)
• Familiarity with stability study design, cGMP, and ICH/FDA stability guidelines
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV/VIS)
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and data interpretation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively in team-based environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree with 1+ year of relevant experience
• Experience with statistical modeling tools or electronic laboratory systems (LIMS, Empower, ELN)
• Background in pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare, or other regulated industries
• Experience supporting OOS/OOT investigations and root cause analysis

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Clear communicator with a collaborative approach
• Excellent organization and time-management skills
• Comfortable in fast-paced, evolving R&D environments
• Curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning

Why This Role Matters

Stability science is essential to ensuring products remain safe, effective, and compliant throughout their lifecycle. Your work will have a direct impact on product quality, regulatory success, and innovation from development through commercialization.

How to Apply

Apply directly through LinkedIn with an updated resume highlighting your stability testing, analytical chemistry, and regulated lab experience.