Analytical Chemistry Supervisor- 2nd Shift

BioSpace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Analytical in Houston seeks a Supervisor, Analytical Chemistry (2nd Shift) to lead the analytical chemistry team across raw material, finished product, and stability testing. You will ensure timely, compliant analyses and drive continuous improvement within a pharmaceutical testing environment.

The role requires 3–4 years of lab experience in the pharmaceutical industry, hands-on instrumental analysis, and a strong focus on data integrity and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• 3–4 years of lab experience in pharmaceutical analytics.
• Hands-on with instrumental analysis and wet chemistry.
• Strong regulatory and data integrity knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine and non-routine analyses per procedures.
• Review results and lead investigations for out-of-spec results.
• Maintain calibration and maintenance of analytical equipment.
• Ensure cGMP documentation and SOP updates.
• Lead cross-training and shift coverage.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Leadership

HPLC

Regulatory Compliance

cGMP

Education

Analytical Chemistry Degree

Tools

HPLC

GC

FTIR

TOC Analyzer

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 utilized 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

• 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
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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
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Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Analytical Chemistry or related field.

Experience

Equal Opportunity Employer