Analytical Scientist I or II

JOB SUMMARY
The Analytical Scientist I or II will support the development and validation of analytical methods for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products to provide testing support for the formulation development and clinical supplies release process. The Scientist II will also be expected to provide some training, coaching, and mentoring for more junior scientists.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

• Provide support for the development and validation of pharmaceutical analytical methods for potency, dissolution, impurities/degradation products, and residual solvents using appropriate laboratory instrumentation e.g. HPLC, UHPLC, LC-MS, Dissolution Apparatus, GC
• Provide support for the formulation development activities, including testing of development samples, clinical samples, and stability samples.
• Effectively communicate with cross-functional teams like Formulation Development, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs
• Attend SOP, Safety and scientific trainings to remain current with cGMP regulations, and safety standards
• Follow relevant Adare SOP’s and FDA/ICH guidance
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Level I or II is commensurate with candidates’ amount of education, experience, as well as demonstrated level of knowledge and skills.

• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related discipline with 0-1 years’ experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry with 3 years of relevant laboratory experience
• Excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to coordinate, contribute to and work within a cross-functional team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The employee is required to:

• stand, walk, push, pull, twist, reach overhead, and bend to the floor
• The employee may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) during certain phases of the operation; such as high noise areas from machinery, exposure to a variety of chemicals, or exposure to dust, mists, and fumes.
• occasionally move items or equipment
• occasionally required to climb ladders and/or steps to reach equipment
• Requires reading precision measuring equipment, machine dials, gages, and thermometers; must be able to observe fine details utilizing a microscope.
• Must have sense of smell to detect odors of unacceptable compounds and/or mixtures.
• Must have steady hands and good physical coordination in order to handle delicate laboratory instrumentation and equipment.

Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status.

PRINCIPALS ONLY
NO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTIES

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