Scientist II-IV

Job Description

Job Description

Aquinas Consulting is currently looking to fill a Scientist II job focused on pharmaceutical research and development initiatives. In this role, you will support and execute laboratory studies, analyze complex scientific data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance drug development programs. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on laboratory experience, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Scientist II Job Responsibilities:

· Design, execute, and document laboratory experiments in support of drug development and research initiatives
· Analyze and interpret experimental data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and alignment with project objectives
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, and Regulatory to support program milestones
· Maintain detailed records in compliance with GMP, GLP, and other regulatory standards
· Contribute to method development, validation, and continuous improvement of laboratory processes
· Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner with minimal supervision; interprets results, proposes next steps, and troubleshoots effectively
· Assists in the design and execution of non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision
· Performs literature searches and extracts relevant insights from scientific publications and established protocols
· Independently operates laboratory equipment and is responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting
· Communicates scientific work effectively both orally and in writing; contributes to protocols, procedures, and technical reports, and supports scientific documentation
· Ensures data integrity and ethical handling of results; maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic lab notebooks
· Complies with all regulatory and safety requirements, maintaining proper documentation in accordance with SOPs and company policies

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline
· 2–5 years of relevant industry experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments
· Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and data analysis tools
· Working knowledge of GMP/GLP and regulatory requirements within the pharmaceutical industry
· Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities

If you are interested in this Scientist II job, please apply now to be connected with a member of our team.

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Aquinas Consulting is a woman and minority owned company headquartered in Milford, CT that provides Engineering, Information Technology (IT), and Manufacturing staffing solutions throughout the US. We take pride in 20 years of service to our clients, our hiring managers, our consultants, and our local community. Aquinas is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and committed to considering all qualified applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.