Scientist II, Analytical Chemistry

Pharmaron • Coventry, RI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Scientist II will support process chemistry and manufacturing activities through analytical method development, validation, transfer, and sample testing in compliance with all applicable guidelines. Will also solve moderate complexity analytical development issues for assigned projects and/or initiatives.

Requirements

• MS with 3+ years of experience or BS with 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Evidence of experience in successful application of analytical skill sets to resolve scientific problems related to method design, development, and/or implementation.
• Experienced troubleshooter of technical problems
• 3 years of experience (may include Ph.D. experience) with core analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, Mass Spectrometry.
• Evidence of ability to effectively contribute to multi-disciplinary scientific teams
• Working knowledge of cGLP/cGMP and applicable FDA, EMA and ICH guidance
• Evidence of ability to effectively scientifically supervise staff
• Expert application of core laboratory techniques and instrumentation to impact API, intermediates and starting materials

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field with no industry experience

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate expertise in the core analytical laboratory skills, support development and/or scale up of chemical processes in assigned projects.
• Demonstrate and apply sound understanding of the application of all available analytical tools and techniques.
• Design and execute core experiments, interpret results, and plan additional experiments in a timely manner to solve assigned problems of moderate complexity. More complex problems will require additional guidance from a scientific supervisor/line manager.
• Review experimental data, notebooks, and instrument qualification protocols/reports.
• Support client projects as an individual contributor and as an analytical project leader: performing analyses, reporting results, trending and presenting data at project meetings, delegating work, being accountable for project deliverables and demonstrating leadership behaviors.
• In addition, may supervise one or more individual contributors and oversee their technical progress.
• System ownership of equipment and instrumentation, including supporting qualification activities.
• Participate in software validation.
• Support departmental or site audits, as required.
• Follow all policies governing the business activities, key internal business practices, and external regulations governing the role.
• Maintain good laboratory practices and GMP in compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
• Write, revise, develop, and evaluate SOPs.
• Perform other related assignments and duties, as required and assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with significant employer contributions
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave & Company Holidays to support work-life balance
• Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions (for eligible plans), plus Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), mental health resources, and wellness programs
• Family-friendly benefits, including fertility support and maternity resources
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within a leading global CRO/CDMO

What This Job Offers

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