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Chemist

Actalent
Cambridge, MA Other
POSTED ON 3/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Description

Support transition novel small molecule compounds from Discovery into Development

Support analytical techniques such as UPLC/HPLC (Empower proficiency) and an understanding of early drug development processes and experiments

0-3 years experience working in pharmaceutical sciences (pre-formulation, analytical or formulation development)

Prepare buffers and common lab solutions

● Execution of analytical experiments with XRPD, DSC, TGA, DVS, optical microscopy and UPLC/HPLC (Empower)

● Screen excipients/formulation vehicles for solubility and stability to optimize preclinical formulations to enable non-GLP and GLP pre-clinical studies

● Perform drug substance and formulation stability studies to ensure optimal formulation design

● Coordinate vehicle/formulation preparations for in vivo studies

Skills

Chemistry, Hplc, UPLC, waters, empower, physicochemical, optical microscopy, Wet chemistry, Formulation, thermo analysis, POLARIZED LIGHT MICROSCOPY

Additional Skills & Qualifications

● Minimally a BS degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, pharmaceutics, chemical engineering or material sciences

● Experience in the Discovery and Development Interface

● Experience working with common excipients and volumetric glassware

● Proficiency with UPLC/HPLC and Empower Software

Experience Level

Entry Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $44.00/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 Cambridge,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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 : $40 - $44

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