Analytical Scientist

Required Skills & Experience

• BS or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or equivalent science or engineering degree.
• BS with minimum 1 years or MS with experience working in a laboratory experience (Industry or Academia setting is acceptable).
• Knowledge of fundamental analytical chemistry principles (i.e. use of standards and controls, matrix effects, sample preparation, sample management, calculations, control charting, spectroscopy, chromatography, ELISA, use of laboratory equipment, protein methods, etc.)
• Attention to details – This position involves generation of accurate analytical results. Nearly flawless execution skills are expected and required.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills – If the work is not documented clearly and completely, then the work will be of no value.
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
• Comfortable using and learning instrumental software

Job Description

An industry leading pharmaceutical client is looking for an Analytical Scientist to join their team. This person will be responsible for performing routine and characterization analytical chemistry tests and conducting analytical chemistry projects / technology transfers within the Analytical Technology (AT) group. The AT group is comprised of analytical scientists who work on multiple biologically derived intermediate and drug substances (i.e. proteins, polysaccharides, and protein-polysaccharide conjugates).

The AT analytical scientists will:

• Collaborate with other scientists (process and analytical) in MSAT and AT on all projects,
• Test samples and document analytical results,
• Interpret the data of tested materials
• Assist in transfer of analytical methods (in and out) between Sanford AT and analytical development, Quality Control (QC) Lab, other MSAT departments, and/or 3rd Party Entities

The incumbent will interact regularly with their manager and with their fellow analytical chemists for guidance. The average pay for this role is between $28-31.88hr.