Analytical Chemist II

Eagle Analytical; London; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Analytical in London, Ontario seeks an Analytical Chemist II to perform advanced analyses focusing on HPLC, potency, and impurity testing in a high-volume lab. You will lead testing, guide junior staff, ensure data integrity, and support method validation and training.

The role emphasizes cGMP/cGLP, ISO 17025, and USP compliance, with opportunities for process improvements, audits, and cross-functional collaborations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 3–5 years in a regulated analytical laboratory (cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, A2LA).
• Experience with sample preparative chemistry and wet chemistry analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and moderately complex analyses (HPLC, assay, potency, impurity).
• Lead sample tracking, testing, and result reporting with accuracy.
• Troubleshoot unexpected results and instrument issues independently.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot instruments with minimal supervision.
• Review SOPs and mentor junior staff on compliance.
• Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

HPLC analysis

Instrument troubleshooting

Data integrity

Mentoring

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HPLC instruments

UV-Vis spectrophotometer

Job description

The Analytical Chemist II performs advanced chemical analyses in a high-volume laboratory environment, with primary focus on HPLC, assay, potency, and impurity testing. This role leads the execution of complex testing, provides technical guidance to junior staff, and ensures regulatory compliance and data integrity. The position supports process improvements, method validation, and training initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine and moderately complex chemical analyses, including HPLC, assay, potency, and impurity testing.
• Lead sample tracking, test execution, and result reporting, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Independently identify, troubleshoot, and resolve unexpected test results or equipment issues.
• Conduct instrument maintenance, calibration, and advanced troubleshooting with minimal supervision.
• Review laboratory SOPs and contribute to their revision or creation; provide guidance to junior staff on SOP compliance.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, A2LA, and company SOPs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, method optimization, and high-volume workflow management.
• Train and mentor Analytical Chemist I and entry-level staff.
• Support internal audits, safety inspections, and client audits as needed.
• Assist with special projects, technical evaluations, and cross-functional laboratory initiatives.
• Communicate findings, trends, and recommendations effectively to laboratory and quality leadership.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a regulated analytical laboratory (cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, A2LA).
• Experience with sample preparative chemistry and wet chemistry analysis.
• Advanced proficiency with HPLC, UV-Vis, and other analytical instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of instrumental analysis procedures used in modern chemistry laboratories.
• Knowledge of sampling methods and quality control systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation independently.
• Experience reviewing laboratory data, quality documentation, and regulatory compliance records.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and train junior staff while supporting workflow optimization.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with a strong focus on data integrity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and laboratory data management systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Serving customers since 2004, Eagle offers the highest quality in preparation testing for sterility, bacterial endotoxins, microbial detection, beyond-use dating (BUD) determination and active ingredient potency. State-of-the-art equipment, combined with the experience and knowledge of our team, makes Eagle the best choice for all testing needs. The Eagle team is committed not only to performing the best quality control testing, but also working relentlessly with our customers on solutions if tests receive unexpected results. Learn more at www.eagleanalytical.com.

Preferred

Advanced

Time Management

Advanced

Deductive Reasoning

Advanced

Critical Thinking

Advanced

Analytical Instrumentation

Advanced

Behaviors

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Chemistry or related field.

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Biochemistry or related field.

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