Associate Principal Scientist – Analytical Chemistry

Pharmaron; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

100% Employer-paid Life Insurance

401k plan with generous employer match

Job summary

A global CRO is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist for QC Analytical Chemistry in Coventry, RI. The successful candidate will lead analytical strategies, troubleshoot complex challenges, and mentor junior scientists. A PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field and extensive industry experience is required. Join a collaborative team dedicated to driving innovation in the life sciences, with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting API process development, scale-up, and GMP manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex analytical problems.
• Experience mentoring or supervising scientists in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical development strategies for API process development.
• Design and implement analytical methods for quality control of APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support GMP manufacturing activities.

Skills

HPLC / UPLC

LC-MS

GC / GC-MS

NMR

Troubleshooting complex analytical problems

Impurity profiling and characterization

Strong communication skills

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline

MS with 8+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience

BS with 10+ years pharmaceutical industry experience

Job description

Position: Associate Principal Scientist – QC Analytical Chemistry

Salary Range: $120k - $140k

Location: Coventry, RI

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a global CRO (Contract Research Organization) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services. We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.

Job Overview

Pharmaron is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist – QC Analytical Chemistry to join our QCA team supporting API development and manufacturing at our Coventry, Rhode Island site. This role provides scientific leadership in analytical method development and troubleshooting to support process chemistry, scale-up activities, and GMP manufacturing programs. The successful candidate will lead analytical strategies across multiple client projects while mentoring junior scientists and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including process chemistry, manufacturing, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead analytical development strategies supporting API process development, scale-up, and manufacturing programs.
• Design and implement robust analytical methods for characterization, impurity profiling, and quality control of APIs, intermediates, and starting materials.
• Apply advanced analytical techniques including HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, GC, NMR, and other characterization tools to support process development.
• Troubleshoot complex analytical challenges and develop innovative solutions to support process chemistry and manufacturing teams.
• Lead analytical activities across multiple client programs, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality data and technical reports.
• Provide technical mentorship and scientific guidance to junior scientists and laboratory staff.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Process Chemistry, Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory teams to support development and GMP manufacturing activities.
• Review experimental data, laboratory notebooks, and technical reports to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance.
• Support proposal development and review RFPs to assess analytical requirements for new client programs.
• Present analytical strategies and scientific findings to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Lead analytical investigations, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting for development and manufacturing challenges.
• Author and review analytical protocols, reports, and SOPs in compliance with cGMP and regulatory expectations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance analytical capabilities and operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline with 6+ years of industry experience OR MS with 8+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience OR BS with 10+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience
• Strong expertise in analytical techniques such as:
  • HPLC / UPLC
  • LC-MS
  • GC / GC-MS
  • NMR
  • Impurity profiling and characterization
  • Experience supporting API process development, scale-up, and GMP manufacturing
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex analytical problems and develop innovative solutions
  • Experience mentoring or supervising scientists in a laboratory environment
  • Working knowledge of cGMP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory expectations
  • Experience working within pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO environments
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and cross-functional teams
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced scientific environment

Why Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China, Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

Collaborative Culture

You will thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners, and collaborators.

Benefits

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.