Quality Control Chemist II

At Revance, we believe beautifully comprehensive skincare requires a deeper commitment. As a privately held, fully integrated global skincare company, Revance is dedicated to developing and delivering a diverse portfolio of safe and effective scientific solutions to support life-long healthy skin.

Our business units—Aesthetics, Premium Beauty, and Therapeutic Skincare—reflect our mission of Skin Science for Life. Through this commitment, we partner with consumers throughout their skin health journey, delivering what their skin needs to be its healthiest and best, at every age.

Job Summary

The QC Chemist II plays a key role in ensuring the integrity, safety, and efficacy of Revance products. This position is responsible for performing a wide range of analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in compliance with cGMP and GLP practices. The QC Chemist II also supports investigations, validations, and continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and non-routine chemical and physical testing of raw materials, finished products, and in-process samples following approved test methods and specifications.
• Utilize techniques such as Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) for elemental analysis and a variety of wet chemistry techniques (e.g., titrations, pH, conductivity, moisture analysis) for quality assessments.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and test samples as required for laboratory analyses.
• Conduct Environmental Monitoring (EM) sampling and interpret resulting data.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot analytical instruments including HPLC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and ICP.
• Document all test results clearly and accurately in laboratory notebooks and digital systems in accordance with cGMP and GLP guidelines.
• Assist in the investigation of OOS (Out-of-Specification) and OOT (Out-of-Trend) results.
• Collaborate with QA, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to resolve quality issues and support production timelines.
• Participate in SOP development, method validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support safety initiatives and maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by QC leadership.

Job Related Qualifications / Skills:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S./B.A.) in Chemistry or a related scientific field with 2–5 years of industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with ICP analysis and wet chemistry methods.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation.
• Ability to accurately follow test procedures and review data for accuracy and compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or cosmetic manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with LIMS or other laboratory data systems.
• Knowledge of compendial methods (e.g., USP, EP).
• Understanding of method validation and analytical troubleshooting.

Work Environment

• Laboratory-based role requiring use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Standing, walking, lifting, and handling chemicals and laboratory materials as part of daily duties.

NOTE: This job profile is intended to provide an overview of expected job duties and requirements. It is not intended to be a contract of employment, explicit or implicit. All contents are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Cooperation is expected of all employees. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

We offer a competitive benefits package including, health, dental, paid time off, vision, short/long term disability and 401(k) w/match. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Crown’s hero brands, among others, include:   

Our Consumer Skincare division is proud to bring you PanOxyl®, the #1 acne wash in the US; Blue Lizard® Australian Sunscreen, the #1 Pediatrician recommended mineral-based sunscreen brand; and Sarna®, the #1 Dermatologist-recommended topical anti-itch brand and recipient of the National Seal of Acceptance from the NEA. In addition, our multiple award-winning StriVectin® premium brand is clinically proven skincare for aging and changing skin.  

Our Aesthetics division brings you SkinPen® Precision, the first FDA-cleared microneedling device, and BIOJUVE®, a significant innovation in the skincare industry designed to enhance the microbiome for healthier, younger-looking skin. 

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