Chemist

This is an excellent entry level opportunity for those interested in working at a technology-based pharmaceutical company. You will gain hands-on experience analyzing and interpreting data for excipients, polymers, active ingredients, and finished pharmaceuticals utilizing advanced analytical instrumentation. You will work as part of small multi-disciplinary technical team on sustained release drug development projects in various stages of development including early proof of concept, supporting pharmacokinetic and clinical studies, technical transfer activities, and supporting commercial product manufacturing. You will have direct input on solving complex problems and contributing to project success. Become part of the Oakwood Labs team and advance your career with an industry leader in injectable pharmaceutical development.

Essential job functions include:

• Perform both routine analyses and method development using analytical instrumentation such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography (GC), particle size analysis with laser diffraction and optical imaging.
• Perform in vitro dissolution testing and method development.
• Present analyses and recommendations in product development team meetings.
• Collaborate with team members from multiple departments within the company and with external clients to achieve project and company goals.
• Work in an FDA-regulated environment and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Attributes required include:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related discipline.
• Desire to learn and grow within a team-oriented environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently to meet company deadlines.
• Previous analytical instrumentation experience is a plus.