Analytical Chemistry Scientist

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC in San Diego, CA, is seeking an Analytical Chemistry Scientist II to join the Analytical Method Development and Transfer Group. You will develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods supporting oligonucleotides synthesis and release testing in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

The role requires deep expertise in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, hands-on laboratory experience, and strong teamwork, with adherence to GMP/GDP and

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• 3–4 years hands-on experience in analytical method development, qualification, validation and transfer.
• Proficient with analytical techniques including HPLC, LC-MS, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and NMR.
• Experience in analytical characterization and testing of oligonucleotides.
• Strong teamwork and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of method validation principles and regulatory expectations (FDA cGMP; ICH, USP).

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, validate and transfer analytical methods for oligonucleotides, raw materials, and reagent consumables.
• Design, plan and execute various laboratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prioritize multiple assignments and deliver high-quality results within established project timelines.
• Analyze data analysis, interpret results, and troubleshoot unexpected analytical outcomes.
• Prepare study protocols and reports, and assay work instructions with attention to details.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Good Documentation Practice (GDP), and quality standards.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and continuous-improvement-focused team culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

HPLC

LC-MS

NMR

FTIR

Karl Fischer

GMP/GDP knowledge

Regulatory knowledge (FDA cGMP)

Education

BS/MS/Ph.D in Analytical Chemistry or related

Tools

HPLC

LC-MS

UV-Vis

NMR

Job description

Analytical Chemistry Scientist

$36.25–$45.00/hr

Onsite: San Diego, CA 92122

3 month + assignment

Job Description

As an Analytical Chemistry Scientist II within our Analytical Method Development and Transfer Group, you will play a key role in developing, validating, and, transferring analytical methods that support oligonucleotides synthesis and release testing, and raw material qualification. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality analytical support across multiple programs. This role requires deep technical expertise in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, strong problem-solving skills, and hands-on laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, validate and transfer analytical methods for oligonucleotides, raw materials, and reagent consumables.
• Design, plan and execute various laboratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prioritize multiple assignments and deliver high-quality results within established project timelines.
• Analyze data analysis, interpret results, and troubleshoot unexpected analytical outcomes.
• Prepare study protocols and reports, and assay work instructions with attention to details.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Good Documentation Practice (GDP), and *** quality standards.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and continuous-improvement-focused team culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• BS/MS/Ph.D in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 4 years of hands-on experience in analytical method development, qualification, validation and transfer.
• Proficient with analytical techniques including HPLC, LC-MS, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and NMR.
• Experience in analytical characterization and testing of oligonucleotides.
• Demonstrated ability to perform and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong laboratory execution skills, including organization, documentation, and adherence to quality systems.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of method validation principles and for regulatory expectations (FDA cGMP; ICH, USP).

Benefits (employee contribution)

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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