What are the responsibilities and job description for the Analytical R&D Scientist position at Sterling Pharma Solutions?
Summary of the Role
As the Analytical R&D Scientist, you will independently execute development of analytical methods and improve existing ones to support API development program for Sterling facilities. This requires skills and knowledge in handling, analyzing and characterizing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and related organic molecules. It also requires hands on experience in analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, etc. The Scientist independently drafts analytical development reports and drafts and executes validation protocols for analytical methods. The ideal candidate will independently perform and review data analysis and draft reports for analytical method development and validation. The ideal candidate has the proven ability to apply scientific principles, theories and concepts to research problems and develop solutions for analytical problems related to drug substances in compliance with appropriate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines.Your Responsibilities
- Demonstrate technical ability to assist in the design and execution of non-routine experiments with supervision.
- Demonstrate ability to correctly analyze data/results and interpret outcome of experiments and to propose appropriate follow-up with supervision.
- Demonstrate ability to perform literature searches and extracts relevant information from published protocols and journals.
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment with supervision.
- Manage a variety of aspects of analytical projects with minimal supervision of AR&D Supervisor/ Manager.
- Provide project related updates to internal and external customers.
- Write project documentation (analytical test methods, developmental reports and protocols) of medium complexity with minimal input from supervisor.
- Establish and coordinate activities at contract chemical and analytical laboratories, as required.
- Embody our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing.
Requirements for the Role
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline such as analytical chemistry, or related field with 9 years of experience, or
- Master's degree in a scientific discipline such as analytical chemistry, or related field, with minimum of 3 years of industrial experience, or
- Doctoral degree in a scientific discipline such as analytical chemistry, or related field, with minimum of 0-2 years of industrial experience required
Associate Level considered with following:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline such as analytical chemistry, or related field with 3-5 years of experience or Master's degree in a scientific discipline such as analytical chemistry, or related field, with minimum of 0-2 years of industrial experience required.
What we offer
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, bonus program, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, 24/7 employee assistance program, flexible work hours, and the opportunity for career training and development.
Location
This position is located in Germantown, WI, a vibrant city northwest of Milwaukee in Southeast Wisconsin. A great place to live, work and raise a family, Southeast Wisconsin offers a variety of activities and diverse cultural scene.
Why consider Sterling?
Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with more than 50 years' experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complimented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research and development bioconjugation services.
We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, Europe and the US, where we employ more than 1300 talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.
Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.
Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.