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Job Title: Senior Scientist, Method Development Location: Lincoln, NE Duration: 12 Months Overview Responsible for assessing, developing, and validating analytical methods to deliver accurate data to ensure our products continue to meet our internal high-quality standards and the expectations of our customers and global health authorities. Key Responsibilities Provides expertise in the areas of Analytical Science and Technology; this may include, but is not limited to, method development and validation, structure elucidation of impurities, and analytical instrumentation (installation, qualification, calibration, etc.). Leads projects in a team environment to meet or exceed established objectives while utilizing proactive thinking to generate creative solutions to complex technical problems. Adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and data integrity requirements, laboratory processes and procedures, and utilizes good documentation practices. Supports the Client network as a technical SME and leads activities related to analytical methods, instrumentation, as well as troubleshooting and resolving investigations to facilitate solutions to complex challenges. Plans and executes analytical experiments using HPLC/UPLC/GC/MS in support of project timelines and outcomes. Participates in cross-functional improvement projects, putting forward new ideas and carrying out improvement activities. Proficient in maintenance and usage of common analytical instrumentation. Serves as an instrument owner. Minimum Level of Job-Related Experience Required Experience in HPLC/UPLC analysis and method development. Individual should have a strong understanding of advanced chemistry, laboratory instrumentation and calibration, and analytical method development. This is a highly technical position that will be expected to work autonomously, reporting to the project leader accountable for meeting project deliverables. Good communication skills in a matrixed environment. Proficient in managing and communicating the expectations of customers and key stakeholders. Scope of Accountability Minimum Level of Education Required Bachelor's Degree with 5 years' experience in method development, chemistry, and/or lab instrumentation. Life Science, Analytical Chemistry, cGMP, method development, method validation. Individual should have a strong understanding of chemistry, especially method development. Preferred Level of Education PhD in Chemistry OR MS Degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR BS Degree with 5 years of relevant experience Area of Specialization Preferred Analytical Chemistry