Lead Analytical Scientist - Method Development & QC Impact

Augustbioservices; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

August Bio in Nashville seeks a Senior Scientist to lead complex pharmaceutical R&D activities, design and execute lab experiments, analyze data, and contribute to new drug formulations under cGMP/GLP guidelines.

You will develop and validate analytical methods (HPLC and related techniques), maintain rigorous documentation, and collaborate with regulatory, clinical, and manufacturing teams to ensure high-quality results and ongoing scientific innovation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or related field with significant pharmaceutical development experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience with HPLC and related analytical methods.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and GLP regulatory requirements and ability to apply them in the lab.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Proven record of scientific publications and conference presentations.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to support drug development projects.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and prepare reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project execution.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for quality control using HPLC and related techniques.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (cGMP/GLP) in lab practices.
• Maintain detailed documentation in line with GLP and GMP.
• Conduct quality control checks on data and address quality issues proactively.
• Provide mentorship to junior scientists and contribute to new scientific approaches.

Skills

Analytical techniques (HPLC)

Independent work

Problem solving

Publications

Education

Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

August Bio in Nashville seeks a Senior Scientist to lead complex pharmaceutical R&D activities, design and execute lab experiments, analyze data, and contribute to new drug formulations under cGMP/GLP guidelines.

You will develop and validate analytical methods (HPLC and related techniques), maintain rigorous documentation, and collaborate with regulatory, clinical, and manufacturing teams to ensure high-quality results and ongoing scientific innovation.