Quality Scientist

Orano; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance

Generous paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Orano in Plano, TX is seeking a Quality Scientist to ensure the integrity and compliance of analytical methods used in drug testing. This role partners with various teams, driving method qualification and validation while addressing compliance with FDA, EMA, and global regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and have over 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including technical review and QC analysis. Benefits include competitive compensation, health insurance, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• 5+ years experience as a QC analyst or Method Development professional.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical review of QC analytical data.
• Lead analytical method qualification and validation.
• Drive continuous improvement in method performance.
• Conduct investigations of analytical deviations.
• Provide technical review and approval of method transfer packages.
• Assess manufacturing processes for identification of risks.
• Execute quality and analytical tasks consistently.

Skills

Technical review of analytical data

Writing SOPs and technical reports

Knowledge of cGMP and FDA regulations

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong organization skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Quality Scientist – Plano, TX

Orano Med has developed new processes for producing high‑purity lead‑212, a rare radioactive isotope that is at the heart of promising research projects in nuclear medicine. The innovative targeted alpha therapy (TAT) approach recognizes and destroys cancer cells while limiting the impact on nearby healthy cells.

Position Summary

This role ensures the integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance of analytical methods and transfers used for drug product testing from early development through Phase 2 clinical manufacturing. The Quality Scientist partners closely with QC, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, and QA teams. Using strong scientific judgment and GMP expertise, this position leads investigations, evaluates analytical trends, drives effective CAPAs, and ensures method qualification, validation, and transfer activities meet FDA, EMA, and global regulatory expectations. Success requires exceptional analytical acumen, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex laboratory and process data into compliant, practical solutions that protect product quality and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough technical review of QC analytical data, including raw data, chromatograms, calculations, audit trails, and reports to verify accuracy, data integrity, and method compliance while identifying trends.
• Lead and support analytical method qualification, validation, and transfer activities, including protocol review, data evaluation, receiving site alignment, and adherence to ICH Q2/Q14, FDA, and EMA guidelines.
• Drive continuous improvement of the analytical qualification/validation program through data trending, method performance monitoring, and initiatives to enhance robustness and reduce variability.
• Conduct scientifically sound investigations of analytical deviations, OOS/OOT results, and nonconformances, ensuring robust root‑cause analysis and effective CAPA implementation.
• Provide technical review and approval of method transfer packages, validation documents, and associated data to ensure regulatory and internal compliance.
• Assess manufacturing processes, method performance, and R&D recommendations to identify risks, propose improvements, and support method optimization and lifecycle management.
• Execute complex quality and analytical tasks to deliver consistent, high‑quality data, methods, and processes across the product development lifecycle.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to advance quality system maturity, analytical readiness, and regulatory compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science (or higher) in Chemistry or a related field
• 7+ years experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• 5+ years experience as a QC analyst or Method Development professional

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Strong experience performing technical review of analytical data
• Experience writing and reviewing SOPs, protocols, technical reports and other GMP documentation
• In‑depth knowledge of cGMP, GLP, FDA/EMA regulations, ICH guidelines, USP/EP pharmacopeial methods, and data integrity principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to switch between multiple ongoing projects, adjusting priorities based on business needs

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matching and contribution
• Life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedules
• Numerous training and development opportunities

This position requires a pre‑employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company‑sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran or other protected status.