Principal Analytical Scientist I - Method Validation & GMP

Germer International; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable pharmaceutical company in Iowa seeks a Principal Scientist I to provide technical support across project teams. The role demands a Ph.D. in Chemistry (or related) with at least 6 years of experience or the equivalent with an M.S. or B.S. The candidate will develop and validate analytical methods while ensuring compliance with cGMP guidelines. Responsibilities include operating analytical instruments and collaborating across departments for analytical developments.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with minimum 6 years or M.S. with minimum 10 years or B.S. with 14 years in lab environment.
• Pharmaceutical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, and validate analytical testing methodologies.
• Solve analytical technical issues within multiple departments.
• Perform analytical chemistry assays based on methodologies.
• Operate analytical instrumentation for testing.
• Write technical reports and maintain laboratory notebooks.
• Ensure compliance with GMP SOPs and DEA regulations.
• Transfer methods to QC and Process Support Group.

Skills

Analytical testing methodologies

HPLC

GC

GC/MS

FTIR

Titrator

Particle Size Analyzer

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

M.S. in Chemistry or related field

B.S. degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

A reputable pharmaceutical company in Iowa seeks a Principal Scientist I to provide technical support across project teams. The role demands a Ph.D. in Chemistry (or related) with at least 6 years of experience or the equivalent with an M.S. or B.S. The candidate will develop and validate analytical methods while ensuring compliance with cGMP guidelines. Responsibilities include operating analytical instruments and collaborating across departments for analytical developments.