Analytical Associate Scientist
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Your Role:
The Senior Associate Scientist will analyze samples from the Process and Analytical Development (PAD), related paperwork, troubleshooting analysis techniques, general laboratory tasks, and work on (and solve) problems independently with little guidance. They will analyze and troubleshoot the use of HPLC, GC, DSC, TGA, IR, MS, NMR and XRPD, among other instrumentation, along with wet chemical assays is essential. The Senior Associate Scientist will develop, or direct the development, of analytical methods to support PAD for eventual validation and or use in cGMP. The Senior Associate Scientist will review and evaluate analytical data for identification of PAD products, intermediates and raw materials and related paperwork. The Senior Associate Scientist will maintain project timing and interact with clients to assure project goals are met.
Develop and validate analytical test methods for products, intermediates, and raw materials.
Perform analytical testing using HPLC, GC, DSC, TGA, IR, MS, NMR, XRPD, and related instrumentation and interpret analytical data.
Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex technical problems with minimal guidance.
Document laboratory activities accurately and review, interpret, and report analytical data.
Support the development of specifications for products, intermediates, and raw materials.
Transfer analytical methods to Quality Control and train personnel on equipment and procedures.
Install, qualify, calibrate, maintain, and verify analytical and related laboratory equipment.
Prepare and evaluate protocols, reports, SOPs, and other documentation while meeting safety and regulatory requirements.
Physical attributes:
May work near moving mechanical parts and wear appropriate protective gear, (hard hats, glasses / goggles, chemical resistant suites, gloves, safety shoes) and other personal protection equipment “PPE” to protect themselves from toxic or corrosive chemicals in the forms of liquids, solids, vapors or airborne particles
Work with highly potent / hazardous materials requiring the utilization of proper personal protective equipment which could include half/full face respirators, Saranex and / or Tyvek suits with powered respiration
Sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch or crawl for long periods of time
Talk, hear, taste and smell
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and ability to push and pull heavy materials to complete assignments and may lift more poundage with assistance
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus
Regular use of phones, computers, computer monitors, and all office / laboratory equipment
Type at a computer keyboard and have the ability to read CRTS / computer monitors
Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related Life Science discipline
5+ years experience in an analytical laboratory environment operating under GLP or cGMP conditions
OR
Master’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related Life Science discipline
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work in an Analytical testing lab with hazardous and toxic chemicals
Adequate technical writing skills to generate development reports
Pay Range for this position: $26-$41 per hour.
The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here .
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