Associate Scientist - Recent Graduates

Intellectt Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectt Inc. is seeking an Associate Scientist II for a six-month contract, onsite in Kansas City, MO. The role supports laboratory documentation, stability study coordination, and technical document preparation in a regulated life sciences environment.

The candidate will work under general supervision, follow established protocols, maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, and manage stability schedules while ensuring quality records and data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
• No prior professional work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Label, organize, maintain, and track laboratory documentation, including spreadsheets, reports, protocols, and related records.
• Prepare and author technical documents, including stability protocols, technical reports, COAs, and SOPs.
• Perform parallel reviews of documentation and work toward qualification to conduct technical reviews for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and execute stability study work plans and schedules independently, ensuring alignment with customer milestones and site performance standards.
• Review technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness, and compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to improvement initiatives.
• Perform activities in accordance with cGMP requirements and EHS procedures.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position : Research and Development Associate

Contract Duration: 6 Months conversion to full-time

Work Location: Onsite

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Client: Pharmaceutical Industry

Pay Rate: $26.00/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking an Associate Scientist II to support laboratory documentation, stability study coordination, and technical document preparation within a regulated life sciences environment.

The selected candidate will work under general supervision, follow established protocols and work plans, and independently manage assigned stability schedules while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Label, organize, maintain, and track laboratory documentation, including spreadsheets, reports, protocols, and related records.
• Prepare and author technical documents, including stability protocols, technical reports, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform parallel reviews of documentation and work toward qualification to conduct technical reviews for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and execute stability study work plans and schedules independently, ensuring alignment with customer milestones and site performance standards.
• Review technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness, and compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to improvement initiatives.
• Perform assigned activities in accordance with cGMP requirements, where applicable.
• Follow all site Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements and established procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
• No prior professional work experience is required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain accurate, high-quality documentation in accordance with regulatory guidance and site SOPs.
• Ability to learn, understand, and retain technical information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Ability to interpret written instructions, verbal directions, diagrams, and schedules.
• Basic mathematical and scientific reasoning abilities.
• Ability to identify and proactively address individual and team-related work issues.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation quality.

Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

Health Insurance:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.

Retirement Benefits:

A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.

Paid Time Off (PTO):

No PTO other than that required by applicable state and local laws