Scientist 1, Analytical Development

About the role

The Scientist 1 in our Analytical Development group will independently plan and execute simple laboratory experiments and clearly communicate the status of projects to cross-functional team members, management, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform and train others on a variety of analytical techniques including, but not necessarily limited to: analytical balances, pH meters, high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC/UPLC), UV/Vis spectroscopy, Gas Chromatography (GC), USP dissolution testing apparatus, moisture analysis by Karl Fischer, disintegration, Pion µdiss, DSC, TGA, PSD, PXRD, SEM, hardness, and friability testing
• Develop cleaning verification methods and execution of excipient compatibility and forced degradation studies, under supervision
• Troubleshoot and optimize analytical methods for characterization of drug products and intermediates
• Perform qualification studies to determine if methods are suitable for transfer to Quality Control. Simple experimental design and execution will be performed independently. Complex design may need supervisor assistance
• Data interpretation should be conducted with limited guidance. Individuals will be able to identify key factors from data and understand the importance of the findings
• Clear and accurate record keeping in laboratory notebooks and some secondary review of other colleagues’ work for scientific accuracy and compliance
• Increase in client interaction will be a focus. Individuals may lead discussions with clients on technical topics relating to their project
• Individuals should have a good general foundation of scientific principles, chemistry concepts, and be proficient in core analytical scientific techniques, GMPs, and technical writing

Requirements

• Bachelor’s of Science degree is required plus a minimum of one (1) year of analytical development experience
• We will also accept a Master’s of Science without any formal industry experience, but highly preferred to have two (2) years of experience in analytical development
• Demonstrated proficiency in the qualification of analytical test methods for API, intermediates, and final drug products, particularly HPLC and UPLC stability-indicating assays, GC, dissolution methods, and water content methods
• Experience in physical characterization techniques such as TGA, DSC, PXRD, GVS, and SEM
• Responsible for developing product-specific cleaning methods to support use of GMP manufacturing equipment

Qualifications

• Physical Requirements: Individual needs to be accessible to lab and office staff and able to use required office equipment. Specific vision requirements include reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen frequently

Skills

• General foundation of scientific principles, chemistry concepts, and proficiency in core analytical scientific techniques, GMPs, and technical writing

Benefits

Pay: The anticipated salary range for this role in California is $78,000 to $85,000 annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc.

Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role in California is $78,000 to $85,000 annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc.

Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Schedule

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, core hours 8am-4:30pm 100% on-site (San Diego)

Company Info

• Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), and Catalent’s San Diego facility focuses on early-stage development of small molecule and peptide drug candidates from the bench to the clinic.
• This facility offers an array of services that support oral and injectable dosage forms that include preformulation testing, formulation and analytical development, cGMP manufacturing and clinical packaging, labeling, and worldwide distribution.
• The individual will be a key member of a multi-site mission to deliver unparalleled service to our clients and quality drug products to the patients.

Company Culture

• Awesome employee activities: Movie Day, Monthly Birthday Celebrations, Friday Bagel Breakfast, On-site Fitness Center with machines, Sponsored Sports Teams, and several other company-sponsored events that encourages positive employee comradery, which contributes to effectively building positive employee relationships, overall creating a positive work environment.
• Environmentally friendly green initiatives with on-site practices as well as regularly participating in Beach Clean-up activities for community engagement.
• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
• Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on Diversity and Inclusion.
• Competitive salary with bonus potential.
• Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
• 152 hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays.
• Positive and fast-paced working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative and dynamic.
• Tuition Reimbursement – Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!
• WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness.
• Perkspot - offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categories.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

Contact Info

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.