Sr. Scientist - Analytical

Job Title: Scientist - Analytical Job Description The Scientist will play a pivotal role in the Quality Control Method Transfer and Validation team, supporting method validation activities such as drafting protocols and reports, executing validation assays, and conducting data analysis. The Scientist will ensure all processes adhere to cGMP and data integrity principles, while also reviewing reports and data comprehensively. Responsibilities • Independently conceptualize, plan, and execute laboratory experiments. • Collaborate with colleagues and subject matter experts to determine suitable analytical methodologies, including the use of computational predictive tools, modeling software, and data visualization tools. • Lead and manage multiple projects, assisting teams in developing strategies for analytical needs and controls. • Engage with the method development team and participate in both in-process and final product sample analyses. • Author relevant sections of technical reports to support interdepartmental technology and method validation and transfer processes. • Prepare technical reports, critically review data, and evaluate new instrumentation and analytical techniques/approaches. • Independently analyze experimental data and provide conclusive insights. • Mentor junior scientists and offer technical guidance when required. • Support the technical leads and the Senior Scientist with project activities to meet deadlines. Essential Skills • GMP • iCIEF • CE-SDS • PA800 • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry with relevant experience • 7–8 years of experience with troubleshooting laboratory assays, data review, and authoring protocols, reports, and deviation documents Additional Skills & Qualifications • Assay development • Method validation • Method development • Method transfer • cGMP • Quality control • LIMS • Waters HPLC • Maurice • Capillary electrophoresis • PA 800 • Chemistry plate-based assays Work Environment This position is based in a large pharmaceutical manufacturing organization focused on vaccine and mAb intermediate manufacturing. The work environment includes both office and lab settings. The standard schedule is 1st Shift, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional weekend work required on a rotating basis. The site is renowned for being at the forefront of innovation and offers opportunities for high-profile project involvement and training on diverse methods. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Sanford, North Carolina. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Sanford,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.