Scientist, Analytical Chemistry
About The Position
As an Analytical Chemistry Scientist in the Dose Concentration Analysis (DCA) team, you will provide technical and scientific expertise in the required assay for method development, validation/qualification and execution of analytical projects in support of preclinical/clinical studies. This will require rigorous attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively on interdisciplinary teams of study directors, quality assurance, and other departmental personnel. Bring your strong schedule and work management skills to perform contracted projects according to the timeline provided and excellent data analysis skills with the ability to critically review data for scientific/technical merit and accuracy. Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients and possible clients will be necessary. Finally, our scientists need the ability to understand and conduct work under appropriate regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- BS/MS in a biological or pharmaceutical science or related field with 4+ years in a related field; PhD and 2+ years relevant post-graduate experience
- Experience with method development, execution, analysis and writing scientific reports required
- Analytical background required
- GLP experience preferred
- Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
- English proficiency required to read, write, review, interpret and summarize scientific material
- Effective communication to diverse groups: clients, vendors, internal and external colleagues
- Advanced maths skills as required for data analysis, interpretation and graphical presentation skills
- Remain current with state-of-the-art technology
- Remain current with regulatory guidance and industry standards related to analysis
- Multi-tasking and strong organizational and project management skills
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Empower software preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform all study work in compliance with GLP regulations and maintain all related documentation in accordance with SOPs, protocol, and analytical plans
- Accountable for planning and managing timeline of assigned studies
- Review analytical data to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency and regulatory compliance
- Respond to client inquires as needed to assist in study and assay design
- Provide scientific guidance and participate in the validation/qualification of new and current methods that are used in support of preclinical/clinical studies
- Prepare and modify SOPs as needed
- Provide indirect or direct line support of laboratory staff as assigned
- Design and execute appropriate analytical methods; critically review data and write study reports
- Serve as responsible/contributing scientist/principal investigator on GLP studies and as scientific resource for junior staff, peers and study directors
- Interact with clients through execution of analytical studies and provide on-time communication
- Work with departmental management to sustain analytical businesses with good science and regulation compliance
- Maintain all related study work documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), study protocol, and analytical plans
- Prepare abstracts and posters for presentation at scientific conferences
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
- Telework when applicable.
- Training & Development Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
