Analytical Chemistry Supervisor- Raw Material

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

Job summary

Eagle Analytical is seeking a Supervisor for Analytical Chemistry focused on raw material testing. You will lead a team, oversee routine and non-routine analyses, and ensure timely, compliant results within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

The role requires 3–4 years of pharma-analytical experience, hands-on use of HPLC/GC/FTIR, and a strong grasp of cGMP, data integrity, and SOP development. On-site position in a regulated lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry or a closely related field; related experience in pharma is expected.
• 3–4 years of hands-on analytical chemistry laboratory experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with compendial monograph procedures and raw material testing.
• Strong understanding of instrumental analysis and laboratory workflows; ability to interpret data and lead investigations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and schedule routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw material samples, ensuring timely completion and compliance.
• Review test results for accuracy and regulatory compliance; lead investigations for out-of-spec results.
• Supervise maintenance and calibration of analytical equipment (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, TOC, wet chemistry) and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Maintain SOPs and documentation for raw material testing in line with cGMP and data integrity requirements.
• Provide cross-training and backup coverage to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Stay current with advances in analytical techniques and regulatory expectations for pharmaceutical testing.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

cGMP

Data integrity

Laboratory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

HPLC

GC

FTIR

UV-Vis Spectrophotometer

TOC analyzer

Wet chemistry equipment

Job description

Job Details

What We're Looking For

The Supervisor, Analytical Chemistry: Raw Material Testing is responsible for providing scientific, logistical, and personal leadership within the analytical chemistry team focused on raw material testing. This individual will leverage their expertise to ensure the quality and efficiency of all raw material analyses, drive continuous improvement, and expand the laboratory’s capabilities in support of pharmaceutical manufacturing and compliance requirements.

What You Will Do

• Oversee, schedule and perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw material 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 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 analysis.
• Keeps current with advances in analytical techniques, instrumentation, and regulatory expectations for raw material testing, with an emphasis on pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Provides leadership and support across all raw material testing workstations, facilitating cross-training and backup coverage as needed to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Ensures meticulous and compliant documentation of all raw material 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 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

Preferred

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

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Certification in HPLC

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