Scientist II

As a Scientist II specializing in organic synthesis, you will play a vital role in optimizing manufacturing operations, implementing innovative technologies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across production processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient production of high-quality products while maintaining compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. This opportunity is ideal for early-career scientists looking to gain hands-on manufacturing experience and build expertise in chemistry while working alongside experienced scientists who will support your professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead chemical synthesis projects for bead and resin manufacturing.
• Develop, validate, and implement robust manufacturing processes and analytical methods.
• Utilize analytical techniques such as liquid chromatography, NMR, GC, Mass Spectrometry, particle sizing/characterization, and IR.
• Perform vendor evaluations and raw material qualifications.
• Apply statistical methods and software to experimental design and data analysis.
• Effectively communicate validation efforts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Write product documentation, including incoming specifications, batch records, and bills of materials.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot manufacturing and analytical issues.

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field with 4 years of experience, OR Master’s degree with 2 years of experience, OR PhD with 0-1 years of experience.
• Experience with chemical synthesis, resin/bead synthesis, polymer chemistries, and chromatography methods.
• Ability to independently set up and perform laboratory experiments.
• Expertise in process validation and change control management.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency with statistical applications in experimental planning and results analysis.
• Experience with diagnostic reagents, bioprocessing, or analytical method validation.

• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Experience with NMR and reagents.

The position is based in an Organic Synthesis Lab located in Rockford, IL. The work environment includes a combination of lab, office, and production settings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Rockford, IL.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.

About Actalent

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Salary : $40 - $50