Analytical Development Scientist

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About the role

As an Analytical Development Scientist, you will prepare and test pharmaceutical materials, ensuring compliance with industry standards and accurate documentation of findings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare analytical reagents and solutions as per directions.
• Conduct routine chemical and physical testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, finished products, and stability samples using internally developed and compendial test methods.
• Operate automated glass washing equipment and maintain glassware stock in laboratories.
• Dispose of laboratory waste following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation.
• Document and communicate test results clearly and accurately.
• Organize and maintain work area, instrumentation, and testing materials.
• Perform all duties in compliance with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Experience performing chemical or physical tests with chromatographic, spectroscopic, or other analytical techniques.
• Experience in a GMP laboratory is preferred.
• HPLC Assay/Dissolution experience is preferred.
• Understanding of safe work practices and knowledge of chemical hazards.
• Ability to read and follow detailed procedures and instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook.

Skills

• Good problem-solving skills and a logical approach to solving problems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Ability to apply mathematical operations for tasks like test reliability determination and variance analysis.

Work Environment

This role requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination to move around office and laboratory locations. The ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch periodically for prolonged periods is needed. Physical manipulation of light to medium weights (10-35 pounds) and arm, hand, and finger dexterity are essential. Visual acuity is required to use a keyboard, monitor, and operate equipment.

The position is initially on a 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with starting times between 7:30-9am for the first three months of training. Remote work opportunities may become available after training.

Schedule

1st shift, Monday through Friday, with starting times between 7:30-9am (during the first three months of training).

Pay

$27.00 - $27.00/hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. If eligible, benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave).