Analytical Scientist

Title: Analytical Scientist Location: Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002 100% onsite Duration: 12 Months Contract Shift: Monday-Friday (8 AM-5 PM) Position Overview: We are currently seeking a temporary scientist for an immediate onsite position within the Analytical Sciences (AS) laboratory within Science and Technology. The position will report to the Senior Leadership of the Analytical Sciences laboratory. Position Responsibilities: • Perform analytical testing (e.g., HPLC/UPLC and dissolution) of drug products • Perform data analysis (chromatography/spectroscopy) and present them to the team in a timely manner • Perform analytical testing of drug products and APIs under the supervision of a senior scientist. • Apply an understanding of the technical, regulatory, and GMP needs related to drug product development. • Work effectively within a team environment and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills. Education and experience: • BS with 4-6 years of relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry; or • MS with 1-3 years of relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry; or • PhD with 0-2 years of relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry. Required Experience and Skills • Hands-on analytical laboratory experience-e.g., wet chemistry, chromatography. • Expertise in Liquid Chromatography (HPLC/UPLC) and dissolution • Hands-on experience with chromatographic integration and with Empower software (or other chromatographic data acquisition systems) and Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) • Experience collecting and analyzing raw data, preparing graphs and other visualization tools to help interpret results • Demonstrated strong verbal as well as written communication skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment. Preferred Experience and Skills: • Expertise in UV. • Working knowledge of laboratory GMP, quality, compliance and data integrity requirements and related recent industry trends • Working knowledge of troubleshooting analytical techniques (e.g., chromatography, dissolution, spectroscopy, etc). • Demonstrated ability to work independently in the laboratory • Working knowledge of statistics and tools, e.g., statistical data treatment and/or Excel or Minitab. • Experienced in conducting comparative and or multi-media dissolution studies. Key skills: • HPLC and dissolution experience is required. • Analytical chemistry background is required. • Empower expertise is preferred • Pharma industry is preferred Personality: • Collaborative and team player • Independent • Flexible and adaptable