Scientist, Dissolution

PerkinElmer • Customer Site - VA, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job TitleScientist, Dissolution Location(s) Customer Site - VA Job Description Job Description Summary: The Scientist, Dissolution performs dissolution testing activities that support product characterization and performance evaluations for smokeless tobacco and oral nicotine products. As part of an End-to-End (E2E) Laboratory Modernization Program, this role supports the development and assessment of regulated products through execution of dissolution methodologies and associated analytical workflows. The Scientist is responsible for evaluating constituent release profiles using specialized dissolution systems and generating high-quality analytical data to support product development, regulatory studies, and continuous improvement initiatives. The level of responsibility, autonomy, and technical complexity will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Knowledge of dissolution testing methodologies, apparatus, and pharmacopeial requirements.
• Proficiency with dissolution equipment operation, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and quality documentation practices.
• Understanding of ISO 17025 quality management systems.
• Ability to follow written SOPs and work instructions precisely.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• OR Associate degree with 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Relevant dissolution or analytical laboratory experience commensurate with level (entry-level candidates through experienced scientists will be considered).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of managing routine and non-routine testing tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating dissolution systems and associated instrumentation.
• Familiarity with USP methodologies and product release studies.
• Experience supporting dissolution method validation and technology transfer activities.
• Experience working within ISO 17025, GLP, or GMP laboratories.
• Knowledge of tobacco, nicotine, or regulated consumer product testing.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and electronic laboratory documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform dissolution testing activities used to evaluate constituent release from smokeless tobacco and oral nicotine products.
• Operate and maintain SOTAX CE7 Smart Flow Through Cell (USP-4) dissolution systems and associated laboratory equipment.
• Prepare dissolution media, standards, reagents, and test samples in accordance with approved procedures.
• Monitor and document dissolution studies to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with quality requirements.
• Review analytical data and verify calculations to ensure adherence to laboratory procedures and ISO 17025 standards.
• Support method validation, verification, and technology transfer activities involving dissolution methodologies.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and investigate atypical analytical results and equipment-related issues.
• Maintain laboratory records and documentation in accordance with good documentation practices.
• Collaborate with analytical scientists and cross-functional teams to support product characterization and performance studies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory efficiency and operational excellence.
• Maintain training and compliance in health, safety, environmental, and operational requirements.
• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

Benefits

• PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
• PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree