Analytical Method Scientist II — Pharma R&D

Lgm-Pharma,-LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K matching

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

LGM Pharma is seeking a Scientist II for a full‑time R&D role in Irvine, CA. The position supports analytical method development, validation, and transfer for drug product development, including formulation, stability, and release testing.

You will operate HPLC, GC, ICP, UV, FTIR, and other instruments, perform method improvements, and maintain rigorous documentation in a cGMP/FDA environment. A BS in Chemistry with 2+ years in pharma and good English communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry with 2+ years of related experience.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience (4+ years) on small molecules and good documentation.
• Experience with HPLC/GC and Empower software.
• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of cGMP and FDA regulations in drug development.

Responsibilities

• Support analytical method development, validation, and transfer for drug product development.
• Validate/verify USP methods; write validation protocols, reports, and SOPs.
• Conduct method improvements and modifications for drug substances and products.
• Troubleshoot instrument or method issues.
• Maintain good documentation practices for lab records and reports.
• Perform USP method feasibility studies for assay, trace minerals, and related characteristics.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Empower software

cGMP

Method development

Documentation

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

Empower software

Job description

LGM Pharma is seeking a Scientist II for a full‑time R&D role in Irvine, CA. The position supports analytical method development, validation, and transfer for drug product development, including formulation, stability, and release testing.

You will operate HPLC, GC, ICP, UV, FTIR, and other instruments, perform method improvements, and maintain rigorous documentation in a cGMP/FDA environment. A BS in Chemistry with 2+ years in pharma and good English communication are required.