Scientist III - Analytical Chemist (Drug Product) - FSP

Scientist III - Analytical Chemist (Drug Product)

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve. At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

We are looking to fill a Scientist III - Analytical Chemist (Drug Product) support position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. This position does not offer any sponsorship. This is a laboratory-based role.

Responsibilities

• Routine chromatographic analysis using various ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and gas chromatography (GC) techniques
• Use of Empower chromatographic software for analysis of drug formulations
• Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopic analysis and ultraviolet-visible (UV-VIS) spectroscopic analysis
• Troubleshooting of HPLC and GC methods and instrumentation

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or an associated field and at least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in Chemistry or an associated field and at least 1 to 2 years of relevant experience

Required Skills and Experience

• General knowledge of separations science and of analytical method development and method validation
• Hands-on experience with:
• Chromatographic analysis using various ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and gas chromatography (GC) techniques
• Analysis using Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and ultraviolet-visible (UV-VIS) spectroscopy
• Troubleshooting HPLC and GC methods and instrumentation
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent organizational skills to multi-task and manage multiple ongoing projects in parallel including routine testing (for example, assay and impurity testing) and data processing and interpretation
• Excellent oral and written communication and attention to detail
• Strong documentation skills to meet departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Desired Skills and Experience

• Empower chromatographic software
• Analysis of drug products
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.

For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!

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