Scientist II or III - Analytical Chemist (Drug Product) - FSP

This position is a full-time role with Parexel FSP on a long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients in West Point, PA. It does not offer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Scientist 2: B.S. with 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Scientist 3: B.S. with 3-5 years of relevant experience or M.S. with 1-2 years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and stability sample analysis in a drug product registration stability testing lab
• Contribute to SOP authoring and day-to-day problem solving
• Support new technologies and continuous improvement measures for optimized lab operations
• Apply analytical characterization technologies and compliance principles to drive method robustness and high-quality stability data
• Conduct GMP analysis using HPLC/UPLC, including assay, impurity testing, troubleshooting, and data processing interpretation
• Perform routine testing, data integrity assessments, investigative report authoring, and sample management

Skills

Required

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Clear communicator who speaks up about problems and improvement ideas
• Able to manage multiple ongoing projects
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivation, efficiency, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Desired

• Experience with Dissolution, Karl Fischer (KF), moisture testing, and other wet chemistry skills
• Empower software proficiency
• Analysis of drug products
• Good understanding of cGMP compliance requirements and ALCOA documentation principles

Benefits

• Full benefits
• Sick time
• 401K
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

About the Role

In this role, you’ll support late-stage pharmaceutical drug product development and commercialization by ensuring high-quality stability data and method robustness. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and thrives in a compliance-focused environment.

About Parexel

Parexel FSP, including the CMC Operations group, provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies. We focus on transforming careers into life-changing achievements while keeping patients at the center of everything we do.