Analytical Chemist I

Eagle; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle seeks an Analytical Chemist I to perform routine chemical analyses in a high-volume laboratory, focusing on HPLC, potency, impurity testing, and assay accuracy. You will ensure timely, compliant execution of procedures under supervision and support data integrity and quality compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field and 1–2 years in a regulated lab environment. Experience with HPLC or UV-Vis is a plus, with strong documentation and teamwork skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment preferred.
• Experience with HPLC, UV-Vis, or other analytical instrumentation a plus.
• Knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, and A2LA standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data entry and documentation.
• Ability to work independently under supervision while collaborating with team members.
• Basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills for analytical instruments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical analyses, including HPLC, assay, potency, and impurity testing, in accordance with SOPs.
• Conduct environmental and laboratory testing as required.
• Track samples, test progress, and report results accurately using EagleTrax or other laboratory management systems.
• Identify unexpected test results and communicate promptly to the supervisor, providing initial troubleshooting where applicable.
• Operate, maintain, and perform basic calibration and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments, ensuring equipment operates within calibration guidelines and reporting failures promptly.
• Maintain familiarity with all applicable equipment, laboratory systems, and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and regulatory standards, including cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, and A2LA.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe laboratory work areas, adhering to all safety requirements.
• Accurately document all laboratory work, maintaining complete and current records.
• Assist with backup support for other laboratory workstations as needed.
• Participate in team discussions, support laboratory goals, and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Assist with laboratory compliance audits, safety audits, and other special projects as assigned.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Troubleshooting analytical instruments

MS Office

Laboratory information systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field

Tools

Laboratory instruments calibration tools

EagleTrax or other LIMS

Job description

The Analytical Chemist I performs routine chemical analyses in a high-volume laboratory environment, with an emphasis on HPLC, assay, potency, and impurity testing. This role ensures timely, accurate, and compliant execution of laboratory procedures, maintaining adherence to SOPs and regulatory standards. The position provides support for laboratory operations, data integrity, and quality compliance under supervision.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine chemical analyses, including HPLC, assay, potency, and impurity testing, in accordance with SOPs.
• Conduct environmental and laboratory testing as required.
• Track samples, test progress, and report results accurately using EagleTrax or other laboratory management systems.
• Identify unexpected test results and communicate promptly to the supervisor, providing initial troubleshooting where applicable.
• Operate, maintain, and perform basic calibration and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments, ensuring equipment operates within calibration guidelines and reporting failures promptly.
• Maintain familiarity with all applicable equipment, laboratory systems, and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and regulatory standards, including cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, and A2LA.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe laboratory work areas, adhering to all safety requirements.
• Accurately document all laboratory work, maintaining complete and current records.
• Assist with backup support for other laboratory workstations as needed.
• Participate in team discussions, support laboratory goals, and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Assist with laboratory compliance audits, safety audits, and other special projects as assigned.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment preferred.
• Experience with HPLC, UV-Vis, or other analytical instrumentation a plus.
• Knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, and A2LA standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data entry and documentation.
• Ability to work independently under supervision while collaborating with team members.
• Basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills for analytical instruments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Who We Are

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.