Analytical Chemist

Up to $45/hr – Contract to hire – Middlesex County, NJ

About the role

We are seeking an Analytical Chemist to join a reputable pharmaceutical manufacturing company to conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document chemical analyses for raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products.
• Design, validate, and resolve issues with analytical methods, including HPLC for cleaning verification.
• Collect and analyze equipment cleaning validation samples.
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis, analytical reports, and maintain lab documentation.
• Peer-review records and support OOS or OOT investigations as per SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, cGMPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with environmental monitoring and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 years hands-on method development experience (HPLC).
• Knowledge of cGMPs, pharmacopeia (USP, EP), and regulatory standards (21 CFR Part 210/211/820, ISO).
• Bachelor’s in Chemistry-related discipline with 2+ years of analytical lab experience with small molecules.

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply.

Pay

$38–$45 per hour