Particle Characterization Scientist (Pharma)

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Material Scientist / Particle Scientist to perform particle characterization using LO, DLS, Flow Imaging, LD, optical microscopy, FTIR/Raman, SEM/EDX, PXRD, and related techniques at 100% onsite in North Chicago, IL.

12-month assignment with a strong emphasis on data quality and cross-functional collaboration. The candidate should have a BS/BA in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Pharmaceutical Sciences with 5 years of lab experience or a master's with

Qualifications

• Plan and execute particle characterization tasks using standard procedures and analytical chemistry techniques.
• Independently generate precise, reliable, reproducible data and document to regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate experimental precision and data interpretation; communicate findings to teams.
• Collaborate with formulation, analytical, and process engineering to integrate particulate analysis.
• Ensure safety requirements are met when performing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute assigned particle characterization tasks as well as other applicable physical analytical chemistry tasks utilizing standard procedure and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks
• Independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Document the experimentation per the regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills and should possess understanding of core discipline.
• Collaborate with various functions (i.e. formulation, analytical, process engineering) to integrate particulate analysis for finished dosage forms and complete projects under aggressive timeline
• Ensures safety requirements are met when performing tasks.
• Ensures timely delivery of high-quality precise data.
• Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and instrument related systems.
• Presents findings of defined experiments to larger audiences.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent method development

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Master's in Chemistry/Materials Science

Tools

Laser Obscuration

Dynamic Light Scattering

Flow Imaging

Laser Diffraction

Optical Microscope

FTIR Spectroscopy

Raman Spectroscopy

SEM/EDX

Powder XRD

Thermogravimetric Analysis

Differential Scanning Calorimetry

Dynamic Vapor Sorption

Job description

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Material Scientist / Particle Scientist to perform particle characterization using LO, DLS, Flow Imaging, LD, optical microscopy, FTIR/Raman, SEM/EDX, PXRD, and related techniques at 100% onsite in North Chicago, IL.

12-month assignment with a strong emphasis on data quality and cross-functional collaboration. The candidate should have a BS/BA in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Pharmaceutical Sciences with 5 years of lab experience or a master's with