Analytical Scientist, Biopharma R&D

Avantor; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

employee stock purchase program

6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave

Job summary

Avantor is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our Biopharma/R&D organization in Bridgewater, NJ. This full-time role involves working under supervision within a cross-disciplinary team to develop and optimize analytical methods, define product specifications, and evaluate impurity profiles for new products.

The ideal candidate has an MSc or BSc with hands-on analytical experience (HPLC/UPLC, GC-FID, GC-MS) and familiarity with Empower, MassLynx, OpenLab, and Mass Hunter.

Qualifications

• MSc or BSc in organic/inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, chemical engineering and analytical chemistry or relevant scientific discipline.
• MSc degree with 3+ years of industrial hands-on experience performing analytical method development, product/process development/characterization and technical problem-solving activities preferred.
• BSc degree with 5+ years of relevant hands-on experience performing analytical method.
• Hands-on knowledge of analytical techniques used in test method validation such as: HPLC/UPLC, GC-FID, GC-MS; Wet chemistry analytical techniques.
• Hands-on knowledge of Empower, MassLynx, ChemStation, OpenLab and Mass Hunter Software is considered a plus.
• Strong competency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Word and Excel, Minitab,
• Excellent computer skills; ability to learn new systems (e.g. salesforce.com).

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on analytical testing needed for product characterization, process optimization and product commercialization under the supervision of a Research Scientist.
• Interface with project teams to support projects objectives and assist in resolving customer complaints related to product/process performance issues.
• Support the development, validation and transfer of analytical methods to internal and external QC laboratories for cGMP/Compendia finished goods release testing and stability studies/shelf-life determination.
• Maintain knowledge of cGMP, Compendia, FDA, ICH and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Participate in regular project check-in meetings and adjusts plan/activities based on feedback to meet project deadlines.
• Comply with all safety, environmental and quality policies, and procedures.
• Prepare reports, and data for publications and oral presentations to advance projects or resolve process/product issues and customer complaints.

Skills

Analytical method development

Analytical problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

MSc in chemistry / related field

BSc in chemistry / related field

Tools

Empower

MassLynx

ChemStation

OpenLab

Mass Hunter

HPLC/UPLC

GC-FID

GC-MS

Minitab

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Salesforce.com

Job description

Avantor is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our Biopharma/R&D organization in Bridgewater, NJ. This full-time role involves working under supervision within a cross-disciplinary team to develop and optimize analytical methods, define product specifications, and evaluate impurity profiles for new products.

The ideal candidate has an MSc or BSc with hands-on analytical experience (HPLC/UPLC, GC-FID, GC-MS) and familiarity with Empower, MassLynx, OpenLab, and Mass Hunter.