Analytical Chemist

The Analytical Chemist will provide analytical chemistry support for late-stage development and lifecycle management programs within the Global Technical Operations organization. Responsibilities include analytical method development, validation, and transfer to internal and external GMP laboratories; isolation and characterization of trace-level impurities in drug substances and drug products; and bioanalytical studies to support understanding of drug product mechanisms of action. This role requires ensuring data quality and documentation compliance with established standards. The Analytical Chemist will collaborate in a cross-functional environment with teams in Process Chemistry, Formulation, Quality, Operations, and Regulatory to ensure timely execution of project deliverables.

• PhD in Chemistry or related science with a minimum of 3 years of pharmaceutical/biotech or related work experience in industry.

• MS in Chemistry or related science typically with a minimum of 6 years of pharmaceutical/biotech or related work experience in industry.

• BA or BS in Chemistry or related science typically with a minimum of 8 years of pharmaceutical/biotech or related work experience in industry.

• Extensive hands-on experience with HPLC/UPLC, LC/HRMS, and LC/MS/MS, and ICP-MS, including demonstrated expertise in method development and validation for small molecules, peptides, and biologic products.

• Strong background in the characterization and quantification of drug substances and drug products using LC/MS techniques

• Proven ability to solve complex analytical chemistry problems

• Self-starter with strong work ethic, excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to successfully conduct or manage various projects in a timely manner.

• Ability to work in a team environment and operate with limited supervision.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Adobe.

• Demonstrates strong organizational and planning skills; excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team environment.

• Demonstrates capability and comfort in communicating and interfacing with all levels in the organization including management and senior management.

• Demonstrates high level of customer focus.

Position directly reports to the Manager, Analytical Chemistry.

This position requires frequent work in a research laboratory, both standing at a bench and seated. It also requires reaching into flammable cabinets. This position involves frequent work in an office environment, using a computer to analyze data and write reports and documenting experiments in notebooks. Occasional travel may be required for engagement with external laboratories and collaborators.

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