Analytical Chemist- Small Molecule

Pace® Analytical ServicesNorristown, PA
$75,000 - $85,000Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing or overseeing the analysis, administration and oversight of comprehensive analytical chemistry policies, programs and practices; may provide feedback and guidance to clients regarding the analysis of raw materials, drug products and/or devices utilizing complex to specialized professional and technical knowledge of analytical chemistry/small molecule formulation development or related equipment, testing, and procedures. May design and develop robust analytical methods for small molecule pharmaceutical drug products for early-stage clinical trials. May interpret analytical data to guide formulation and process development decisions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, or a closely related field.
  • Three to five (3-5) years of experience, including experience with early phase small molecule pharmaceutical product development, specialized or technical programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Complex to specialized principles, practices, and techniques related to an analytical development laboratory supporting early phase small molecule pharmaceutical product development.
  • Broad understanding of the administration and oversight of analytical chemistry laboratory programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Broad understanding of GMP/FDA/ICH regulations related analytical testing of small molecule pharmaceuticals.
  • Understanding of broad testing analytical instrumentation, equipment, and calibration.
  • Computer applications and systems related to the work (chromatography data systems, LIMS, etc.).
  • Principles and practices needed to serve as an effective project team member.
  • Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate operations.
  • Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Performing complex to specialized professional-level analytical chemistry functions in a variety of project applications.
  • Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations (GMP, FDA, ICH).
  • Overseeing and administering broad and varied analytical chemistry/formulation functions.
  • Ability to operate and train others in analytical instruments and manufacturing equipment.
  • Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
  • Serving as a team member and the development and management of projects.
  • Operating in both a team and individual contributor environment.
  • Preparing advanced to expert functionals reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
  • Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines.
  • Using tact, discretion, and prudence in working with those contacted during the work.
  • Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups across functional peers and the department.
  • Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with various individuals contacted in the work.

Nice To Haves

  • Master's or PhD degree is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, validate and transfer analytical methods.
  • Provide routine and non-routine analysis using instruments such as HPLC, GC, Dissolution, among others.
  • Design and develop robust analytical methods for small molecules for early-stage clinical trials.
  • Ensure all activities adhere to SOP's, regulatory guidelines, GLP and GMP standards.
  • Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Analytical Development department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
  • Serves as a lead to staff to include providing work direction, guidance, and training.
  • Overseeing or reviewing, completing, and processing comprehensive types of forms, documents, databases, related materials and information.
  • Provides complex to specialized review, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of testing results.
  • Analyzes and reviews complex to specialized operations, results, feedback, and related analytical chemistry/formulation information on an as needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and presents results, proposals, and recommendations to management and/or clients.
  • Provides training and guidance on analytical tests, methods, and instrumentation, as required.
  • Provides complex to specialized analysis, interpretation and counsel to clients, staff, management, and functional leaders regarding analytical chemistry policies, programs, and practices; involves broad operations and leading implementation and change.
  • Analyzes and reviews complex to specialized operations, results, feedback, and related chemistry/formulation information on an ongoing to as needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and presents results, proposals, and recommendations to management and/or clients.
  • Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Benefits

  • competitive salaries
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)
  • life
  • disability
  • voluntary benefits
  • paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days
  • HSA
  • wellness program
  • flexible spending accounts
  • tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance program
  • parental leave
  • optional legal coverage
  • ID theft
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