Job Title: Analytical Research and Development Chemist

Job Description

The Analytical Chemist will collaborate with an assigned project team of chemists in the laboratory to analyze and develop HPLC and GC methods for assay, impurity, dissolution, residual solvents testing, and particle size distribution of active pharmaceutical ingredients, excipients, and finished dosage forms.

Responsibilities

• Perform Method Development, Method Validation, and stability testing, including report writing, for various dosage forms such as tablets, hard gelatin capsules, oral/topical liquids, oral suspensions, powder for oral suspensions, and nasal products with minimal supervision.
• Support the Product Development team in developing new products.
• Identify and characterize unknown impurities in drug products and drug substances.
• Independently conduct Method Development, Method Validation, and stability testing for various dosage forms.
• Conduct elemental impurity testing using ICP-MS / ICP-OES.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues to achieve desired results.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 3-10 years of experience as an R&D Chemist in a pharmaceutical company.
• Operational and technical expertise in developing tests such as HPLC, GC, Dissolution, Particle size distribution, etc.
• Experience in pharmaceutical Method Development, Method Validation, and stability testing.
• Capability to write reports suitable for regulatory submission with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field is a plus.
• Experience with various dosage forms, including tablets, hard gelatin capsules, oral/topical liquids, oral suspensions, powder for oral suspensions, and nasal products.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in a laboratory environment that involves working with chemicals, reagents, and solvents. The role may occasionally require lifting up to 20 pounds. The position is based in Somerset, New Jersey, which hosts one of the company's commercial manufacturing sites and additional Research and Development teams.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Somerset,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $38 - $40