Analytical Chemistry Supervisor- 2nd Shift

BioSpace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Analytical in Houston seeks a Supervisor, Analytical Chemistry (2nd Shift) to lead the analytical chemistry team focused on raw material, finished product, and stability testing.

You will manage laboratory operations, personnel and resources on the evening shift, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with cGMP and data integrity. This role requires advanced analytical science expertise and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 3–4 years in pharma analytical lab.
• Hands-on sample preparative chemistry and wet chemistry analysis per monograph procedures.
• Understanding of instrumental analysis in a modern chemistry lab.
• Demonstrated competence with computer applications for laboratory use.
• Knowledge of sampling methods and quality control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, schedule and perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of materials per procedures and regulatory guidelines; ensure timely completion.
• Review and interpret test results; notify management of out-of-spec results and lead investigations with minimal supervision.
• Supervise maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of analytical equipment (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, TOC, Wet Chemistry) and coordinate maintenance.
• Ensure team proficiency with equipment, systems, and SOPs for raw material, finished product, and stability analysis.
• Keep current with advances in analytical techniques and regulatory expectations for pharma testing.
• Provide leadership across workstations; facilitate cross-training and backup coverage to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Ensure meticulous documentation of all testing activities in accordance with cGMP and data integrity requirements.
• Lead development, revision, and review of SOPs and laboratory docs for testing.

Skills

Active Listening

Analytical Instrumentation

Detail Oriented

Deductive Reasoning

Good Judgement

Education

Bachelors or better in Analytical Chemistry

Job description

Job Details Description
What We're Looking For
The Supervisor, Analytical Chemistry (2nd Shift) is responsible for providing scientific, logistical, and personal leadership within the analytical chemistry team focused on raw material, finished product, and stability testing. This individual will leverage their expertise to ensure the quality and efficiency of all analyses, drive continuous improvement, and expand the laboratory’s capabilities in support of pharmaceutical testing and compliance requirements. This role requires effective management of laboratory operations, personnel, and resources specific to the evening schedule, ensuring seamless transition and communication between shifts.

What You Will Do

• Oversee, schedule and perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw material, finished product, and stability samples according to established procedures and regulatory guidelines; ensures testing is completed within required timelines.
• Reviews and interprets test results for accuracy and compliance; promptly notifies management of any unexpected or out-of-specification results and leads investigations and troubleshooting with minimal supervision.
• Supervises the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of analytical equipment (e.g., HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, TOC analyzer, Wet Chemistry testing equipment) used for raw material, finished product, and stability testing to ensure all instruments are operating within calibration and performance standards; coordinates repair and preventive maintenance activities as needed.
• Ensures team members maintain proficiency with all relevant equipment, systems, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) specific to raw material, finished product, and stability analysis.
• Keeps current with advances in analytical techniques, instrumentation, and regulatory expectations for raw material, finished product, and stability testing, with an emphasis on pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Provides leadership and support across all raw material, finished product, and stability testing workstations, facilitating cross-training and backup coverage as needed to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Ensures meticulous and compliant documentation of all testing activities, results, and investigations in accordance with cGMP and data integrity requirements.
• Leads the development, revision, and review of SOPs and laboratory documentation specific to raw material, finished product, and stability testing, ensuring timely updates to align with regulatory and operational changes.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Analytical Chemistry or related science field, with directly related experience of 3-4 years in an analytical chemistry laboratory within pharmaceutical industry
• Hands-on experience with sample preparative chemistry and wet chemistry analysis per compendial monograph procedures
• Understanding of instrumental analysis procedures utilised in a modern chemistry laboratory
• Demonstrated competence with computer applications and programs related to laboratory applications
• Knowledge of sampling methods and quality control systems.

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.

Qualifications Skills Preferred

• Active Listening Expert
• Analytical Instrumentation Advanced
• Detail Oriented Expert
• Deductive Reasoning Advanced
• Good Judgement Expert

Behaviors Preferred

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education Required

• Bachelors or better in Analytical Chemistry or related field.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer

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