Scientist

SAFC • Madison, WI

6d

About The Position

The Analytical Development Scientist coordinates the analytical aspects of incoming and existing MilliporeSigma-Madison projects, using state-of-the-art instrumentation to develop methodologies and analyze active pharmaceutical ingredients and synthetic intermediates. The role involves contributing to customer discussions to reach endpoints, initiating necessary documentation and methodologies for cGMP manufacturing, troubleshooting instrumentation, and generating and compiling results to diagnose problems. They develop or direct the development of analytical methods to support Process and Analytical Development (PAD) for eventual validation and use in cGMP environments, and review analytical data to identify products, intermediates, and raw materials while guiding development.
As an expert in analytical chemistry and cGMP requirements, the Scientist maintains project timing, collaborates with PAD colleagues, and ensures efficient, well-documented progress toward milestones. They execute and troubleshoot experiments with sound scientific judgment, provide technical leadership in analytical strategy and data interpretation, and serve as a significant contributor within PAD as pharmaceutical candidates advance toward cGMP manufacturing. The Scientist is proficient in troubleshooting of a range of instruments, including HPLC, GC, LCMS, DSC, TGA, KF, FTIR, NMR, and XRPD, along with wet chemical assays.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Biology, or related Life Science discipline.
• 5+ years in an analytical laboratory environment operating under GLP or cGMP conditions
• Master’s Degree Chemistry, Biology, or related Life Science discipline
• 2+ years in an analytical laboratory environment operating under GLP or cGMP conditions
• PhD in Chemistry, Biology, or related Life Science discipline

Nice To Haves

• Interpretation of analytical data (including NMR, MS, FTIR)
• Familiar with the use of HPLC, GC, LCMS, DSC, TGA, KF, FTIR, NMR and XRPD
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in an Analytical testing lab with hazardous and toxic chemicals
• Adequate technical writing skills to generate development reports
• Ability to manage and prioritize daily and project activities
• Independently lead projects and provide guidance and assist in the method development with other group members

Benefits

• health insurance
• paid time off (PTO)
• retirement contributions

What This Job Offers

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