Analytics Scientist I

Catalent Pharma Solutions • Kansas City, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Catalent’s Kansas City facility is home to its Oral & Specialty Drug Delivery, Biologics Analytical Services, and Clinical Supply Services businesses. The Analytics Scientist I performs analytical testing and method development to support pharmaceutical projects, using advanced laboratory techniques to deliver high-quality results for clients. The role is based in Kansas City, Missouri, is 100% onsite, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The scientist independently develops and executes laboratory work plans and schedules according to customer milestones and site performance standards and metrics. Work covers in-process, release, and stability samples and analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, disintegration, friability, hardness, and appearance. The position also performs method development, validation, and transfer activities; authors and reviews technical documentation; directs technical staff and serves as a technical lead for project outcomes and customer interactions; supports efficiency improvement projects; and trains others in laboratory techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related life science or physical science field is required at minimum.
• The posting lists a doctorate in a related life science or physical science field with 0+ years of related work experience, a master’s degree in a related field with 4+ years of related work experience, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field with 6+ years of related work experience as preferred qualification pathways.
• Ability to proactively address work issues at both individual and team levels.
• Ability to process, maintain, and interpret data.
• Understanding of instrument operations and troubleshooting skills across multiple techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Good organizational skills and ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in a related life science or physical science field with 0+ years of related work experience.
• Master’s degree in a related life science or physical science field with 4+ years of related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related life science or physical science field with 6+ years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and execute laboratory work plans and schedules using customer milestones and site performance standards and metrics.
• Perform analytical testing on in-process, release, and stability samples using techniques including HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, disintegration, friability, hardness, and appearance.
• Perform method development, validation, and transfer activities.
• Author protocols, test methods, text reports, certificates of analysis, and operating procedures.
• Review technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness, and regulatory compliance.
• Direct technical staff work, including assigning work.
• Serve as Technical Lead, accountable for project outcomes and customer interaction.
• Execute efficiency improvement projects with guidance and identify and recommend project-specific business opportunities to enhance operational performance.
• Train others on laboratory techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
• Diverse, inclusive culture.
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team.
• Competitive paid time off and 8 paid holidays.
• Community engagement and green initiatives.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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