
Scientist III - Analytical Chemist (Drug Substance Analysis) - FSP
Required skills
- UPLC
- HPLC
- GC
- method troubleshooting
- instrument troubleshooting
- GDP
- FTIR
- KF
- Dissolution
- Empower software
Nice to have
- analysis of drug product
- analysis of drug substance
- registration stability testing
- SOP authoring
- continuous improvement
- compliance principles
Role summary
Parexel FSP is seeking a Scientist III - Analytical Chemist for a full-time, onsite position in Rahway, NJ. This role involves hands-on experience with UPLC, HPLC, GC, FTIR, KF, and Dissolution techniques for drug substance analysis within a GMP laboratory environment. Responsibilities include method development, validation, troubleshooting, and accurate documentation adhering to GDP standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong scientific, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and work both independently and collaboratively. This position supports late-stage pharmaceutical drug product development and commercialization.
When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
We are looking to fill a Scientist 3 - Analytical Chemist (Drug Substance Analysis) position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. This position does not offer any sponsorship.
Qualifications - B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences and relevant years of experience as listed below in a GMP laboratory environment.
Scientist 3 - B.S. with 3-5 years of experience; M.S. with 1-2 years of experience
Required Skills and Experience
- Hands-on experience with chromatographic analysis using various UPLC, HPLC and GC techniques, including method and instrument troubleshooting
- Consistently adheres to GDP standards with accurate, compliant documentation
- General knowledge of separations science
- General understanding of analytical method development and method validation
- Hands-on experience with FTIR, KF and Dissolution
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Excellent organization to multi-task and manage multiple ongoing projects in parallel including GMP release, stability testing along with data processing, interpretation and reporting
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, displaying self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- undefined Desired Skills and ExperienceEmpower softwareAnalysis of drug product and drug substance
Overview
In the drug product registration stability testing lab, you’ll perform routine and stability sample analysis, SOP authoring, and day-to-day problem solving while contributing to new technologies and continuous improvement measures for optimized lab operations and other testing requirements. You’ll apply analytical characterization technologies and compliance principles to drive method robustness and high-quality stability data supporting late-stage pharmaceutical drug product development and commercialization. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and thrives in a compliance-focused environment.
About Parexel
Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.
For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.
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