What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist position at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom?
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated scientist to support pharmaceutical formulation development and analytical chemistry activities in a laboratory setting. This role will conduct a broad range of scientific experiments, including preformulation characterization, prototype formulation preparation, analytical method development and validation, and stability testing.
Key Responsibilities
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.
We are seeking a motivated scientist to support pharmaceutical formulation development and analytical chemistry activities in a laboratory setting. This role will conduct a broad range of scientific experiments, including preformulation characterization, prototype formulation preparation, analytical method development and validation, and stability testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute laboratory experiments supporting preformulation characterization, prototype formulation development, analytical method development and validation, and product characterization.
- Develop, optimize, and perform analytical methods using techniques such as:
- UV/Vis spectrophotometry, HPLC/UPLC; HPLC/MS
- Gas chromatography (GC); Karl Fischer (KF) analysis
- pH measurement, Titration, Density measurement
- Prepare small-scale drug product batches for characterization, prototype evaluation, and stability testing.
- Perform analytical testing on pharmaceutical compounds and materials in accordance with approved procedures and applicable safety requirements.
- Follow written procedures, protocols, and test methods accurately and consistently.
- Document experimental activities, observations, calculations, and results in accordance with good laboratory documentation practices.
- Prepare technical reports and other scientific documentation.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and work areas in a clean, organized, and compliant condition.
- Properly handle compounds requiring personal protective equipment and specialized laboratory precautions.
- Support general laboratory operations and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related scientific discipline.
- Two to six years of laboratory experience.
- Hands-on experience with UPLC/HPLC, UV/Vis spectrophotometry, and/or GC.
- Experience with analytical method development and validation.
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical formulation development or analytical chemistry laboratory is highly preferred.
- Pharmaceutical formulation development experience is a plus.
- General proficiency with computers and software used for analytical testing, data analysis, documentation, and technical report generation.
- Knowledge of good laboratory documentation practices.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.
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