Chemist - II

Job Duration: 6+ months (potential for extension based on business needs) Schedule: Monday-Friday, On-site, 5 days per week (Weekend work is generally not required and would be extremely rare) Job Description This laboratory-based position supports the Vaccine Research & Development (VRD) Analytical GLP Laboratory team. The successful candidate will perform routine sample testing, analytical method verification and qualification activities, in support early-phase vaccine toxicology studies within a highly regulated Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) environment. The ideal candidate will have prior pharmaceutical or biotechnology laboratory experience, strong documentation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a small, highly engaged analytical team. Workload 50% laboratory-based analytical testing 50% data analysis, documentation, and report writing Key Responsibilities Perform routine sample testing in support of GLP release and stability studies for vaccine candidates. Execute analytical method verification and qualification studies under guidance. Prepare samples, operate analytical instrumentation, and generate high-quality data. Analyze experimental results and document findings in compliance with GLP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Record laboratory activities contemporaneously using Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN). Draft, review, and revise laboratory methods, reports, and technical documentation. Support assay transfer, training activities, and method implementation. Plan and prioritize daily laboratory activities to meet project timelines. Follow laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and compliance standards. Participate in laboratory maintenance activities, including equipment upkeep and laboratory housekeeping. Communicate testing issues, deviations, and observations appropriately to management. Preferred Technical Experience Bioanalytical assays PCR-based techniques Analytical instrumentation Additional Preferred Skills Hamilton automated systems (nice-to-have) Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN) Microsoft Excel and Word for data analysis and technical documentation Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, biophysics, or another life sciences discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in a related scientific discipline with 0–2 years of experience. Experience Preferred At least one year of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or industrial laboratory experience. Experience working in a regulated environment (GLP, GMP, or similar). Familiarity with compliance-driven laboratory operations and documentation practices. Academic laboratory experience alone may be considered; however, industry laboratory experience is strongly preferred due to the regulated nature of the work. Excellent documentation and technical writing abilities. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance. Ability to analyze data and draw scientifically sound conclusions. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Small collaborative laboratory team of approximately 5 scientists/analysts. Candidate will receive both compliance training and hands‑on laboratory training before independently performing assigned assays. Work involves close collaboration with scientists, analysts, and laboratory management in support of vaccine development programs. Interview Process Initial screening interview with the hiring manager. Virtual panel interview with laboratory management and selected team members/scientists. #J-18808-Ljbffr