Scientist, Analytical Chemistry

Scientist II - QC

Responsibilities:
- Perform chemical analysis of raw materials, in-process and finished pharmaceutical products (including stability samples) using written/compendial methods and material specifications; use techniques such as IR, UV-Vis, and chromatography; follow SOPs.
- Prepare and analyze samples, maintain laboratory records (notebooks/computer-based), document steps performed, and calculate/report results timely.
- Participate in method transfer activities between facilities/organizations.
- Participate in and lead investigations of out-of-specification (OOS) laboratory results (when required).
- Perform physical analyses using X-ray diffraction, DSC, and Malvern Mastersizer.
- Prepare/execute method transfer protocols; perform method verification/validation as required.

Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist senior scientists; remove expired chemicals/reference standards; calibrate dissolution apparatus, FT-IR, UV-Vis spectrophotometer, HPLC, GC as assigned.
- Standardize API as in-house reference standard (as assigned).
- Train newly hired lab technicians/Assistant Scientists on basic techniques/instruments.

Qualifications:
- Education (required): BS/BA in Chemistry or related science discipline.
- Education (preferred): MS/Master’s in Chemistry or related science discipline.
- Experience (required): 3+ years testing chemicals/pharmaceutical products with BS/BA.
- Experience (preferred): 1+ year testing chemicals/pharmaceutical products with MS.

Compensation/Benefits (as stated):
- Base salary: $75,000–$103,000/year; short-term incentive/bonus potential within first 12 months; 401(k) matching; health/insurance benefits.