Analytical Associate Scientist
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Analytical Associate Scientist
Your Role:
The Analytical Associate Scientist is responsible for the analysis of samples from Process and Analytical Development (PAD), related paperwork, troubleshooting analysis issues, and general laboratory tasks. The Analytical Associate Scientist is responsible for transferring and evaluation of analysis techniques used to release starting materials, intermediates, and final products as well as in‑process controls. Also, may be responsible for developing or assisting in the development of analytical methods to support Development for eventual validation.
Working with colleagues in PAD, the Analytical Associate Scientist is part of a team of professionals advancing pharmaceutical candidates to cGMP manufacturing. They would have a good foundation in general practice and concepts of their scientific/technical discipline. Also, demonstrates an ability to execute experiments and displays a developing judgment in scientific and technical situations. The Analytical Associate Scientist is recognized as an individual contributor in the scientific and technical areas within PAD. Specific Responsibilities Include:
- Test non-GMP final products, intermediates, and raw materials.
- Troubleshoot the use of HPLC, GC, LCMS, DSC, TGA, FTIR, NMR and XRPD among other tests and instruments
- Effectively document lab work (reports, protocols, SOP’s, and other documentation)
- Transfer and evaluate analytical test methods from the customer
- Work in a safe manner and maintain the cleanliness of the work environment
- Interpretation of analytical data (including HPLC, GC, FT-IR, 1H NMR, MS)
- Assist with maintenance and calibrate/verify analytical and related equipment
- May develop test methods for products, intermediates and raw materials
- Work on and solve problems of moderate scope
- Work with clients (internal and external) to achieve project goals
- Work in accordance with FDA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT, and other regulatory agency guidelines
Physical Attributes:
- Regularly sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl for long period of time
- Use all human senses (speak, hear, smell)
- Lift or push up to 50 pounds unassisted
- Job involves use of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision
- Wear appropriate (PPE) while working around mechanical parts and hazardous material (hard hat, glass/google, chemical resistant suites, gloves, safety shoes, respirator)
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other Life Science discipline OR
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other Life Science discipline
- 3+ years in an analytical laboratory environment operating under GLP or cGMP
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Experience working in an analytical testing lab with hazardous and toxic chemicals
- Effective technical writing skills to generate development reports
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