Analytical Chemist I

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Greenville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

WellHub program

Perkspot discounts

Job summary

Catalent Pharma Solutions in Greenville, NC is seeking an Analytical Chemist I to perform routine chromatographic and spectrophotometric analyses in a GMP environment. The role emphasizes data integrity, adherence to SOPs, and calibration activities.

The candidate will work primarily with HPLC/GC methods to test excipients, APIs, and drug products, and will enter data into electronic systems while maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field or an associate degree with 1 year pharma analytical chemistry experience.
• Experience with chromatography and data review; able to troubleshoot.
• Ability to lift 10-40 lbs and perform standing/walking tasks.
• Proficient in following SOPs and documenting results.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chromatographic and spectrophotometric analyses (HPLC/GC, UV/IR) for excipients, API, and drug products.
• Maintain data integrity and good documentation practices.
• Enter data into reports and support electronic laboratory systems.
• Conduct peer review of basic lab experiments and ensure accuracy of the testing procedure.
• Follow safety and calibration standards.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Data review

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science

Associate degree in Biotechnology or Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

Electronic Lab Systems

Job description

## Analytical Chemist IApply: Greenville, NC: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 10, 2026 (28 days left to apply): 0096489Catalent’s Greenville, North Carolina site is a major oral solid dose development and manufacturing campus, delivering end‐to‐end, turnkey solutions from formulation development through commercial manufacturing and packaging. The site specializes in oral solid dosage forms, supported by integrated formulation expertise, comprehensive analytical services, and scalable manufacturing capabilities designed to support both commercial products and potent or targeted therapies, including orphan drugs. Backed by more than $100 million in recent investments, the Greenville operation features fit‐for‐scale infrastructure, potent handling capabilities, and a strong regulatory track record, making it a critical part of Catalent’s global network for advancing complex oral drug programs from development to market.**Position Summary**We have an opportunity for an Analytical Chemist I. This position primarily performs routine analytical testing in support of pharmaceutical products following all applicable safety, quality, and regulation requirements.**Shift:** Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Location: Greenville, NC 100% Onsite**The Role*** Maintain data integrity and employ good documentation practices when performing experiments* Compare laboratory data against specifications and trend data where applicable to determine if results meet requirements* Ensure proper usage, care, and return of calibration standards including, but not limited to, reference standards, timers, thermometers, and instrumentation* Ensure accuracy of testing by following method/standard instructions and adhering to internal SOPs to eliminate the potential for repeat testing, deviations, and investigations* Under general supervision, perform primarily routine testing for chromatographic and spectrophotometric methods of analysis in support of pharmaceutical excipients, API and/or drug product* Testing can include but is not limited to assays (potencies, related substances, residual solvents, metals, etc.), rate of release (dissolution), moisture, identification, and other various wet chemistry-based measurements; HPLC and/or GC based methods are commonly employed along with titrations, UV and IR* Enter data into established reports/templates or software-based systems* Conduct peer review of basic laboratory experiments and ensure accuracy of the testing procedure* Become effective at using electronic laboratory systems to support testing of routine analyses* Other duties as assigned**The Candidate****Minimum Requirements*** Bachelor’s degree in a science-related discipline (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences)* Associate degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry or equivalent science degree with 1 year of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry* Experience in a Catalent analytical laboratory in a role that is independent and proficient in chromatography and data review as well as troubleshooting and technical understanding may be substituted for 2 years of professional experience* Position requires the ability to lift 10-40lbs, unassisted* Majority of the work day is performed while standing, walking, lifting, pulling, and pushing* Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching* Some exposure to hazardous chemicals and other active chemical ingredients**Why You Should Join Catalent*** Positive and fast-paced working environment focusing on continual improvement and innovation.* Competitive Paid Time Off plus 8 paid holidays.* Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.* Tuition Reimbursement to help you finish your degree or earn a new one.* Engaging site-based activities such as Music Bingo, Puppy Supply Donation Program, and seasonal events.* Employee Resource Groups promoting Diversity and Inclusion.* Green initiatives and community engagement programs including highway clean-up.* Defined career path with annual performance reviews and growth opportunities.* WellHub program promoting physical and mental wellness, including onsite fitness center.* Exclusive discounts through Perkspot from over 900 merchants.**Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!** Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.