PLS Associate Scientist I

Pace Analytical Services•Oakdale, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Scientist I provides or oversees analysis, administration, and oversight of standard chemistry and biochemistry policies, programs, and practices. The role applies fundamental chemistry or biochemistry knowledge and technical expertise with instrumentation, testing, and procedures to analyze samples and provide feedback and guidance. This is a full-time, onsite role in Oakdale, Minnesota, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $23.00–$25.00 per hour. Pace Life Sciences provides contract CMC development, CTM manufacturing, regulatory compliance, consulting, and facility support services to pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and gene therapy industries. Its services support programs from early development through commercialization and are delivered across CDMO sites, GMP analytical testing laboratories, and manufacturing support centers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of fundamental chemistry principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of standard administration and oversight of chemistry programs, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of fundamental methods for resolving chemistry problems, questions, and concerns.
Knowledge of applicable chemistry laws, codes, and regulations.
Understanding of standard testing tools, instruments, and calibration.
Knowledge of computer applications and systems related to the work.
Knowledge of project-team principles and practices.
Ability to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to support safe, effective, and appropriate operations.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to perform fundamental professional-level chemistry duties and oversee and administer standard chemistry functions.
Ability to train others in work-related policies and procedures.
Ability to serve as a team member and contribute to project development and management.
Ability to work both on a team and as an individual contributor.
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to prepare functional reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines.
Ability to use tact, discretion, and prudence in work-related interactions.
Ability to deliver oral presentations to groups of varied sizes across functional peers and the department.
Ability to contribute to team or work-unit goals, objectives, and activities and maintain effective working relationships.
Mobility to work in a laboratory and office setting and use standard office and laboratory equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods; ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by telephone.

Responsibilities

Perform fundamental analysis in support of standard testing of materials, products, and/or devices using standard analytical instrumentation and following standard operating procedures and methods.
Review, analyze, interpret, and document testing results.
Review, complete, and process standard chemistry or biochemistry forms, documents, databases, and related materials and information.
Provide fundamental analysis, interpretation, and guidance to staff, management, and functional leaders about chemistry or biochemistry policies, programs, and standard operations.
Research and provide feedback and decisions to resolve management and employee questions and requirements; assist with receiving customer feedback and coordinating resources and responses.
Analyze and review processes, results, feedback, and related information to identify trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and present results, proposals, and recommendations to management.
Check the accuracy of tests, equipment, actions, procedures, databases, and reports through audits, queries, and operational reviews; work with teams to resolve discrepancies or escalate them to ensure testing quality.
Assist with developing or participating in chemistry, biochemistry, or cross-functional project and program objectives, including proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other requirements; receive direction and present information to management.
Clean, maintain, prepare, and calibrate equipment, samples, and related areas.
Interpret and apply department policies and procedures and assist with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, seeking guidance as needed.
Contribute suggestions and participate as an active work-team member to improve department service and effectiveness.
Promote Pace Analytical’s mission through courteous, cooperative interactions with customers and staff and by supporting a harmonious and effective workplace.