Lab Metrologist

Core Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform instrument calibrations and preventive maintenance activities while minimizing disruption to laboratory operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with chromatographic systems (HPLC, UPLC, GC) and other analytical instrumentation.
• Assign and oversee instrument custodians; ensure maintenance and usage records/logbooks are accurate, complete, and inspection-ready.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, including negotiating contracts and overseeing on-site service activities.
• Career Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship.
• Support internal, client, and regulatory audits by providing accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Lead or support the evaluation, selection, procurement, and implementation of new instrumentation and associated software systems.
• Assess and recommend upgrades to existing instrumentation, software, firmware, and hardware to improve performance and compliance.
• Participate in deviation investigations and root cause analyses related to instrumentation performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting HPLC, UPLC, and/or GC systems.
• Experience working in a cGMP-regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of analytical instrumentation calibration and qualification practices.
• Familiarity with LabWare LIMS (including Instrument Manager).
• Background in pharmaceutical/API manufacturing or specialty chemicals.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $70,000-$85,000 annually. This range represents a good-faith estimate of the compensation we expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In exceptional cases, compensation may exceed the stated range.

Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual incentive bonus program. Bonus targets vary by career level and are based on individual and company performance. Our Commitment: Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies. Financial Wellness: Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.

Additional Information

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship. Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. For applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to talentacquisition@veranova.com in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number, title, and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice.