Analytics Associate Scientist II

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalent's Kansas City facility is seeking an Analytics Associate Scientist II to perform varied laboratory work, execute test methods (HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, disintegration, friability, hardness, appearance), contribute to documentation, and support process improvements under supervision.

The role requires a Bachelor's in life or physical science, 100% onsite in Kansas City, MO, with a Monday–Friday shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a life or physical science is required.
• Ability to follow established protocols and maintain accurate lab records.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for internal/external customers.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation and regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing on in-process, release, or stability samples.
• Develop, validate, and transfer methods under supervision.
• Draft and review methods and certificates of analysis.
• Maintain compliant documentation per SOPs and regulatory guidance.
• Support efficiency improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical testing

Documentation

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in life science or physical science

Tools

HPLC

GC

Karl Fischer

Disintegration testing

Friability

Hardness testing

Appearance evaluation

Job description

About Site Catalent’s Kansas City facility is home to our Oral & Specialty Drug Delivery, Biologics Analytical Services and Clinical Supply Services businesses.

Position Summary We have an opportunity for an Analytics Associate Scientist II to join our team. In this role, you will perform varied laboratory work under general supervision, following established protocols and work plans. You will contribute to analytical testing, documentation, and process improvement activities. This position offers the chance to apply scientific knowledge in a collaborative environment dedicated to quality and innovation.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm

Location: Kansas City, MO 100% Onsite

The Role

Execute laboratory work plans and schedules developed with input from a supervisor or senior team member, including in-process, release, or stability samples using techniques such as HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, Disintegration, Friability, Hardness, and appearance.

Perform method development, validation, and transfer activities under direction.

Maintain accurate and high-quality laboratory documentation in accordance with regulatory guidance and site standard operating procedures.

Draft technical documents such as methods or certificates of analysis.

Perform parallel review of laboratory documentation and may become qualified to perform technical review for accuracy, thoroughness, and regulatory compliance.

Assist in the execution of efficiency improvement projects with guidance.

Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related life science or physical science field is required.

Physical requirements include frequent standing, sitting, and reaching; occasional walking, lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 40 lbs.); and occasional kneeling. Working environment may involve occasional exposure to noise, vibration, and hazards.

Preferred Skills & Background

Prior work experience is preferred.

Proactively address work issues at both an individual and a team level.

Ability to process, maintain, and interpret data using mathematical and scientific reasoning.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, along with strong communication skills with internal and external customers.

Basic understanding of instrument operations and troubleshooting skills in multiple techniques.

Well organized with the ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.

Why You Should Join Catalent

Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process. Diverse, inclusive culture. Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives. Competitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays. Community engagement and green initiatives. Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment. Tuition reimbursement. Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Company Information

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.