New · posted Oct 22
Ocular Therapeutix · Pharmaceuticals
Research Associate II, Quality Control
- Bedford, MA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
Open until filled
The role
This is an exciting time to join our Quality Control team in executing routine quality control testing supporting critical late-stage program activities. You will perform CAPA’s, change controls, investigations, and deviations and participate in the development and validation of analytical methods for the Analytical Development group. In addition to testing this role will be responsible for project support, data review, ordering of laboratory supplies, and general upkeep of the laboratory.
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (NASDAQ:OCUL) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the formulation, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye using its proprietary bioresorbable hydrogel-based formulation technology, ELUTYX™. Ocular Therapeutix has built a robust product pipeline of drug delivery solutions developed to reduce the complexity and burden of the current standard of care and position itself to become a leader in the ophthalmic space.
Outside of the ophthalmic realm and behind the doors of our headquarters in Bedford, MA, we strive to build a strong culture where employees can flourish and achieve their career goals. We encourage out of the box thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and creativity.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field is required
- 2+ years of relevant work experience is required, ideally in a quality control function
- 1+ years of HPLC / UPLC work experience is required
- 1+ years of experience in a GMP environment is required
- Knowledge of CFR 210, 211, USP and FDA/ICH guidance is preferred
- Knowledge of safe laboratory practices is essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with USP App IV dissolution apparatus is preferred
- Ability to work in both office and chemical laboratory environments is required
What you'll do
- Support QC Analytical chemistry testing using laboratory equipment and instrumentation (HPLC, UPLC, GC, KF, Dissolution etc.).
- Author technical reports as required.
- Ensure instrument calibration and qualification is up to date and performed on a scheduled basis.
- Troubleshoot any issues with instrumentation and coordinate repair with vendors as necessary.
- Coordinate with supervisor on scheduling of testing for reagents and product samples.
- Participate in data review activities.
- Participate in method development and validation activities.
- Coordinate external outsourcing of testing.
- Support CAPA, change controls, investigations, and deviations and the timely closure of these items with Quality Assurance.
- Follow Good Documentation Practices (maintaining contemporaneous records, filling out logbooks, forms, etc.).
- Adherence to cGMPs at all times.
Pay
$85,000 – $91,000 a year
Employer provided$85,000—$91,000 USD
Where you'll work
Bedford, MAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
More jobs in Bedford, MAEqual opportunity, accessibility and legal noticesOcular Therapeutix's statements, word for word
Ocular Therapeutix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. Ocular Therapeutix provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran. For information on how Ocular Therapeutix collects, stores, and utilizes candidate information please see our privacy policy found at https://www.ocutx.com/privacy-policy/. For the Privacy Notice for California Job Applicants, please see CCPA Applicant Notice.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 23, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 49% above the US median for Quality Control roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in Massachusetts26 roles publishing pay
Associate & Specialist roles in the US125 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $85,000 | — | $91,000 |
| Massachusetts (middle half) | $62,500 | $77,500 | $84,250 |
| All US (middle half) | $49,000 | $59,000 | $76,000 |
This role: Ocular Therapeutix's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Control roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 23, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Control
The general path across 324 open Quality Control roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Ocular Therapeutix's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 22 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Lab testing and methods10
- Documentation and SOPs4
- Validation and qualification3
- Collaboration and leadership3
- Investigations and CAPA2
- Quality systems and risk2
- GMP and compliance1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
- FDA21 CFR Parts 210 and 211(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA current good manufacturing practice for finished pharmaceuticals
- ICHICH quality guidelines(official source, opens in a new tab)Q1 stability, Q2(R2) analytical validation, Q7, Q9 risk management, Q10 quality systems
- USPUSP compendial chapters(official source, opens in a new tab)Bioburden (USP <61>), endotoxin (USP <85>), TOC (USP <643>) and water testing
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Research Associate II, Quality Control at Ocular Therapeutix
Open until filled. $85K–$91K a year, employer provided.