Analytical Scientist

LNN Pace Analytical Life Sciences, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pace Analytical Life Sciences, LLC in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a lab-based technician to support routine pharmaceutical analytical testing through hands-on experiments driving animal health product development. You will execute LC, SEC, cIEF, SDS assays, prepare samples and reagents, document results, and collaborate with scientists to advance projects while adhering to SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, competitive hourly pay, comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Ability to perform high-volume, accurate, and reproducible pipetting.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, technical curiosity, and high learning agility.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within cross-functional teams.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting and presenting technical data.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and deliver results.
• Demonstrated ownership with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Interest in pharmaceutical science and drug product manufacturing with a willingness to learn and grow in this area.

Responsibilities

• Execute sample testing using analytical techniques including HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS, SEC, cIEF and SDS assays.
• Prepare samples, standards, controls, and reagents required for analytical testing.
• Perform accurate, precise, and reproducible pipetting to support high-quality analytical testing.
• Organize, interpret, and present experimental data to peers to support project advancement.
• Run, analyze, and evaluate experiments that support analytical method optimization and product development objectives.
• Ensure experiments are well designed and documented with clear objectives.
• Technically manage small-scale laboratory projects as required.
• Identify process improvement opportunities through data analysis, observation, and technical report writing in collaboration with senior scientists and technicians.

Skills

Pipetting

Analytical testing

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or related

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

LC-MS

SEC

cIEF

SDS assays

Job description

Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Overview

This lab-based role will provide hands-on support for routine pharmaceutical analytical testing through the execution of critical experiments that drive animal health product development.

Compensation

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Execute sample testing using analytical techniques including, but not limited to, liquid chromatography (LC) methods such as HPLC, UPLC, and LC-MS, as well as SEC, cIEF, and SDS assays
• Prepare samples, standards, controls, and reagents required for analytical testing
• Perform accurate, precise, and reproducible pipetting to support high-quality analytical testing
• Organize, interpret, and present experimental data to peers to support project advancement
• Run, analyze, and evaluate experiments that support analytical method optimization and product development objectives
• Ensure experiments are well designed and documented with clear objectives
• Technically manage small-scale laboratory projects as required
• Identify process improvement opportunities through data analysis, observation, and technical report writing in collaboration with senior scientists and technicians
• Organize and execute routine experimental work in accordance with established methods, SOPs, and applicable regulatory guidelines
• Ensure high-quality data and documentation practices by authoring technical reports and contributing to the creation of SOPs
• Independently operate and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment relevant to assigned work
• Recognize and communicate atypical results/deviations and support investigation and resolution as needed
• Accurately document work in batch records and/or electronic laboratory notebooks
• Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to share key learnings to advance portfolio projects and drive new platform innovations
• Adapt to new procedures and evolving project needs in a dynamic R&D environment
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory work environment and encourage safe behaviors by coworkers
• Contribute to a cohesive team environment and maintain a positive attitude

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline
• Ability to perform high-volume, accurate, and reproducible pipetting
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, technical curiosity, and high learning agility
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within cross-functional teams
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting and presenting technical data
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and deliver results
• Demonstrated ownershipwiththeability toprioritize andmanage multipletasks efficiently
• Interest in pharmaceutical science and drug product manufacturing with a willingness to learn and grow in this area

Additional Preferences

• Hands-on experience with liquid chromatography (LC) techniques, including HPLC, UPLC, and LC-MS
• Knowledge of SEC, cIEF, SDS assays, and other biopharmaceutical analytical techniques
• Familiarity with chromatography data systems and analytical data interpretation
• Ability to interpret analytical data and identify atypical results, trends, or deviations
• Experience supporting analytical method optimization, qualification, or transfer activities
• Understanding of analytical method performance characteristics, including precision, accuracy, reproducibility, and variability assessments
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life.

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pace® makes the world a safer, healthier place. We partner with clients to provide the service, science, and laboratory data needed to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Through a nationwide laboratory network, Pace® advances the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others. More at PACELABS.com.