Scientist, Analytical Chemistry

About the role

As an Analytical Chemistry Scientist in the Dose Concentration Analysis (DCA) team, you will provide technical and scientific expertise in the required assay for method development, validation/qualification and execution of analytical projects in support of preclinical/clinical studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform all study work in compliance with GLP regulations and maintain all related documentation in accordance with SOPs, protocol, and analytical plans
• Accountable for planning and managing timeline of assigned studies
• Review analytical data to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency and regulatory compliance
• Respond to client inquires as needed to assist in study and assay design
• Provide scientific guidance and participate in the validation/qualification of new and current methods that are used in support of preclinical/clinical studies
• Prepare and modify SOPs as needed
• Design and execute appropriate analytical methods; critically review data and write study reports
• Serve as responsible/contributing scientist/principal investigator on GLP studies and as scientific resource for junior staff, peers and study directors
• Interact with clients through execution of analytical studies and provide on-time communication
• Work with departmental management to sustain analytical businesses with good science and regulation compliance
• Maintain all related study work documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), study protocol, and analytical plans
• Prepare abstracts and posters for presentation at scientific conferences

Requirements

• BS/MS in a biological or pharmaceutical science or related field with 4+ years in a related field; PhD and 2+ years relevant post-graduate experience
• Experience with method development, execution, analysis and writing scientific reports required
• Analytical background required; GLP experience preferred
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
• English proficiency required to read, write, review, interpret and summarize scientific material
• Effective communication to diverse groups: clients, vendors, internal and external colleagues
• Advanced maths skills as required for data analysis, interpretation and graphical presentation skills
• Remain current with state-of-the-art technology
• Remain current with regulatory guidance and industry standards related to analysis
• Multi-tasking and strong organizational and project management skills
• Experience with Empower software preferred

Qualifications

• Work Authorization & Sponsorship: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $85,000 - $102,000 annually
• Benefits: Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work. Benefits include Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans, 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave, Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs, Telework when applicable, and Incentive Programs such as Training & Development Programs and Employee Referral Bonus Program.

Company Information

• Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.