Scientist II - Chemistry

At Alcami, we deliver reliable solutions that unlock the potential of transformative medicines from discovery to commercialization, through trusted partnership with our clients, recognized industry expertise, and proven regulatory track record.

About the role

The Scientist II (Chemistry) is accountable for driving results in a fast-paced environment by performing analytical routine testing in support of pharmaceutical product development or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Commonly employed techniques include HPLC, TOC, UV, osmolality, density, pH, KF, and titration. Test methods may be compendial (e.g., USP, EP) or proprietary (client-supplied or developed by Alcami) and may involve assisting with method development or validation projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs assays, potencies, pH, TOC, moisture content, identification, particle size, and various other wet chemistry and instrument-based measurements.
• Evaluates and interprets generated data, ensuring technical correctness and accuracy.
• Understands the theoretical basis of methods and experiments.
• Performs technical review of common laboratory data, including GMP review of solutions and wet chemical analyses, as well as HPLC analysis.
• Writes test procedures, protocols, and reports.
• Maintains laboratory stock of reagents, clean glassware, and removes expired solutions.
• Solves problems of diverse scope requiring data analysis and evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Maintains working knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, and scientific methodologies.
• Assists in hazardous waste removal, routine equipment cleaning, and restocking of consumable products and reagents.
• Effectively uses laboratory software packages (Empower3, ProCal, Master Control, ELN, etc.).
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment free of safety hazards.
• Safely handles potent compounds.
• Ensures timely completion and compliance with cGMP and all other relevant company training requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with 0+ years of related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with coursework in Chemistry and 4+ years of related work experience.
• Associate’s degree in Chemistry or related field with 10+ years of related experience.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills.
• Strong detail orientation and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and basic troubleshooting ability.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment and safety.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory documentation.
• Knowledge of cGMP in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Schedule

• 100% on-site position.
• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.

Travel Expectations

Up to 5% travel required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and smell.
• Occasionally required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include safety eyewear, respirators, lab coats, full protective body coverings, and gloves.