Analytical Chemist I

Catalent • Greenville, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Analytical Chemist I primarily performs routine analytical testing in support of pharmaceutical products while following applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The role supports development and manufacturing of high-quality pharmaceutical products in a collaborative, compliance-driven environment. Under general supervision, the chemist performs routine chromatographic and spectrophotometric testing for pharmaceutical excipients, APIs, and/or drug products. Testing may include assays, rate of release (dissolution), moisture, identification, and other wet chemistry measurements. Methods commonly include HPLC, GC, titrations, UV, and IR. The chemist enters data into established reports, templates, or software-based systems and performs other duties as assigned.

The position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is 100% onsite at Catalent’s Greenville, North Carolina site.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related discipline, such as Biology, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences; alternatively, an associate degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or an equivalent science degree with one year of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry.
• Experience in a Catalent analytical laboratory in a role demonstrating independence and proficiency in chromatography and data review, as well as troubleshooting and technical understanding, may substitute for one year of professional experience.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in chromatography and data review.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and technical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Maintain data integrity and follow good documentation practices when performing experiments.
• Compare laboratory data against specifications and trend data where applicable to determine whether results meet requirements.
• Ensure proper usage, care, and return of calibration standards, including reference standards, timers, thermometers, and instrumentation.
• Follow method and standard instructions and internal SOPs to ensure testing accuracy and reduce repeat testing, deviations, and investigations.
• Perform routine chromatographic and spectrophotometric testing in support of pharmaceutical excipients, APIs, and/or drug products.
• Perform testing such as assays, dissolution, moisture, identification, and other wet chemistry measurements using methods that may include HPLC, GC, titrations, UV, and IR.
• Enter data into established reports, templates, or software-based systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off and 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Resource Groups promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Defined career path, annual performance reviews, and growth opportunities.
• WellHub program promoting physical and mental wellness, including an onsite fitness center.
• Perkspot discounts from over 900 merchants.
• Engaging site activities, including Music Bingo, Puppy Supply Donation Program, and Halloween Costume Contests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level