Lead Scientist

Scorpion Therapeutics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Lead Scientist (Analytical) to oversee analytical testing of finished products, raw materials, and in-process samples. You will drive method development, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality data that informs product development and investigation strategies.

The role emphasizes optimizing analytical processes, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in analytical chemistry with multiple techniques.
• Education in sciences or engineering required.
• Experience with regulatory documentation and audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing per SOPs and maintain quality records.
• Lead OOS investigations and root cause analysis.
• Conduct method validation and instrument maintenance.
• Improve laboratory procedures and workflows.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Instrument maintenance

Method development

Method validation

OOS investigations

Education

Science or engineering degree

Tools

HPLC

GC/LC-MS

Analytical instruments

Job description

Role

Lead Scientist (Analytical) overseeing analytical testing of finished products, raw materials, and in-process samples; responsible for method development, validation, and troubleshooting. Objectives: optimize analytical processes, develop new methods, and support product development and investigation strategies.

Responsibilities

perform testing per SOPs, lead OOS investigations, conduct method validation and instrument maintenance, and improve laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

extensive experience in analytical chemistry, with demonstrated proficiency in multiple techniques; relevant education in sciences or engineering; experience with regulatory documentation and audit readiness.

Preferred

expertise in analytical method validation, technical troubleshooting, and process improvements.

High-Value

focus on finished products, raw materials, custom analytical services, and in-process samples; involvement in OOS investigations; ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Work Setup

not specified; emphasis on laboratory maintenance, calibration, and documentation.