Entry Level Analytical Chemist
About The Position
The Entry Level Analytical Chemist supports drug substance and drug product development throughout all phases by using analytical methodologies, systems, and processes. The role prepares, sets up, and analyzes samples using techniques such as chromatography (including HPLC, UPLC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, and SFC), spectroscopy (including UV-Vis and NMR), dissolution, and other relevant methods such as KF, pH, and ROI. The chemist supports analytical method development and optimization, method qualification, validation, and transfer, as well as degradation, stability, and investigational studies. The role assesses stability, dissolution, and impurity trends to inform product and process development; supports method and technology transfers between laboratories and development sites; and operates, maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots analytical instrumentation under guidance. The position requires reading and following analytical methods, SOPs, compendial procedures, and GMP requirements, while maintaining accurate documentation and data integrity in electronic laboratory systems. This is a full-time position based in the Groton, Connecticut area, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and overtime as needed. Candidates within commuting distance of Groton are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related degree concentration, or equivalent directly related experience.
- Basic laboratory skills and ability to accurately follow written procedures, protocols, and work instructions.
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-motivated, adaptable, and positive.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
- Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a GMP laboratory.
- Experience in analytical chemistry.
- Experience with electronic laboratory notebooks (eLN) and data trending.
Responsibilities
- Use analytical methodologies, systems, and processes to support drug substance and drug product development throughout all phases.
- Prepare, set up, and analyze drug substance and/or drug product samples using chromatography, spectroscopy, dissolution, and other relevant analytical methods.
- Support development and optimization of analytical methods, including assay, purity, dissolution, and impurity characterization approaches.
- Execute method qualification, validation, and transfer activities for development and commercialization programs.
- Conduct degradation, stability, and investigational studies to evaluate product performance and risk.
- Assess stability, dissolution, and impurity trends to support product and process development decisions.
- Support analytical method and technology transfers across laboratories and development sites.
- Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation under guidance.
- Follow analytical methods, SOPs, compendial procedures, and GMP requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation and data integrity within electronic laboratory systems.
- Demonstrate ownership of quality, safety, productivity, organization, and client service expectations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
