Analytical Chemist, R&D

Hims & Hers is the leading health and wellness platform, on a mission to help the world feel great through the power of better health. We are redefining healthcare by putting the customer first and delivering access to care that is affordable, accessible, and personal, from diagnosis to treatmentto delivery. No two people are the same, so we provide access to personalized care designed for results. By normalizing health & wellness challenges and innovating on their solutions, we're making better health outcomes easier to achieve. Hims & Hers is a public company, traded on the NYSEunder the ticker symbol "HIMS." To learn more about the brand and offerings, you can visit hims.com/about and hims.com/how-it-works . For information on the company's outstanding benefits, culture, and its talent-first flexible/remote work approach, see below and visit Hims & Hers is seeking a motivated Analytical Chemist to support and expand its growing analytical function across R&D and Operations. This role will report to the Sr. R&D Manager and will be responsible for supporting analytical testing for all new sterile & non-sterile Rx product launches across Hims & Hers Hair, Sex, Weight Loss and Mental Health Categories. Location: This role will be based in Columbus, OH with travel to Arizona and third-party laboratory partner sites as needed to support launch activities. Key Responsibilities: Third-Party Collaboration: Partner with qualified external testing laboratories to support commercialization efforts, ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely analytical testing results. Analytical Method Development: Support and conduct the development, qualification and validation of analytical methods for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), supplemental ingredients and peptides, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze data, interpret results, and document findings to support R&D development activities, process validation batches, equipment validations, formula optimizations, site and tech transfers. Technical Writing & Documentation: Develop, edit, and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation (SOPs, test methods, validation reports, and specifications) to support R&D and Operations functions. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all analytical activities adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation. Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with R&D analytical, project management, R&D formulation, operations and quality teams to support product development and troubleshoot issues. Analytical Strategy: Prepare documentation that supports the R&D testing strategy for new and existing products to minimize risk and ensure patient safety. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and data quality. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in analytical chemistry, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry with a focus on method development and validation. Proficiency in analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, IR, UV, MS, and dissolution testing. Experience with testing multi-analyte dosage forms such as tablets, chews, gummies, topicals and sterile injectables. Experience developing and maintaining high-quality technical documentation Understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Excellent problem-solving abilities with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and collaborative setting. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail in documentation. Preferred Qualifications: Microbiological experience is a plus Experience with compounded pharmaceutical products (sterile & non-sterile) Familiarity with telehealth platforms and digital health solutions Our Benefits (there are more but here are some highlights): Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) 401k benefits with employer matching contribution Offsite team retreats We are committed to building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and prioritizes ethics, wellness, and a strong sense of belonging. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply-even if you're not sure if your background or experience is a perfect match. 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