PLS Associate Scientist II

Pace Labs; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Labs in Morrisville, North Carolina, seeks an Associate Scientist II to execute routine and advanced analytical work supporting chemistry/biochemistry programs for early-stage formulation development and drug product manufacturing.

You will run HPLC, dissolution, and other analyses, review data, prepare documentation, and participate in cross-functional projects under GMP and ALCOA+ guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biochemistry or closely related field.
• 2–5 years of experience, including experience with specialized or technical programs or operations; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Familiarity with Empower, MasterControl, LIMS, HPLC, UV-Vis and dissolution is preferred, along with GMP guidance.

Responsibilities

• Run analytical methods using HPLC, dissolution and related instruments.
• Provide routine analysis and interpretation of testing results.
• Prepare documentation and reports for management and clients.
• Ensure activities adhere to SOPs and GMP standards.
• Support cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biochemistry

Tools

Empower

MasterControl

LIMS

UV-Vis

HPLC

Dissolution

GMP

ALCOA+

Job description

Shift:M-F 8:00am-4:30pmAre you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.Associate Scientist IISUMMARYResponsible for conducting the analysis of comprehensive chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs and practices. May assist in the design and develop robust and scalable formulations for small molecules and biologics for early-stage clinical trials. May assist in the developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for drug products. May interpret analytical data to guide formulation and process development decisions.Compensation: $27.00 - 32.00 per hourESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProvides routine analysis in support of various testing materials, products and/or devices utilizing various analytical instrumentation; follows Standard Operating Procedures and methods to perform testing.Provides routine review, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of testing results. Analyzes and reviews complex to specialized operations, results, feedback, and related chemistry/biochemistry/formulation information on an as needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and presents results, proposals, and recommendations to management and/or clients.Provides routine analysis, interpretation and counsel to clients, staff, management, and functional leaders regarding chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs, and practices; involves broad operations and leading implementation and change.Analyzes routine operations, results, feedback, and related chemistry/biochemistry/formulation information on an ongoing to as needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and presents results, proposals, and recommendations to management and/or clients.Participate in chemistry/biochemistry/formulation or cross functional project or program objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction, and presents information to management and/or clients.Run analytical methods. Provide routine and non-routine analysis using instruments such as HPLC, and dissolutionEnsure all activities adhere to SOP's, regulatory guidelines, GMP standards.Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree in chemistry/biochemistry, or a closely related field.2-5 years of experience, including experience with specialized or technical programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Required Knowledge and SkillsEmpowerMaster ControlLIMSUV -VisDissolutionHPLCGMPALCOA+Root Cause AnalysisFind Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.BenefitsWhen you join Pace, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.Equal Opportunity EmployerPace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.