Research Associate Scientist/ Chemist

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Research Associate Scientist/ Chemist for an immediate 12-month contract in Round Lake, IL (onsite).

The role focuses on conducting analytical chemistry analyses on finished product stability samples using HPLC, pH, UV, and other instrumentation to support R&D and manufacturing decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain data integrity under cGMP/SOPs, and contribute to achieving timely, compliant results while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biology).
• Experience in a laboratory or chemistry setting.
• Analytical chemistry instrumentation including pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC.
• Experience in a regulated environment and strong technical problem‑solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication, strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Electronic Lab Notebook experience is preferred but not required.
• Pharmaceutical GMP laboratory experience is desired.
• Empower experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical and physical analyses on finished product stability samples and related materials.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive decisions and ensure product safety and quality.
• Maintain data integrity and comply with SOPs, FDA, cGxP, and QSR regulations.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, pH, UV, titrations, TOC, etc.) and record data.
• Keep lab areas clean, safe and organized and support calibration/maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

pH meters

UV

Titrations

TOC

Flame photometry

Job description

Immediate need for a talented Research Associate Scientist/ Chemist. This is a 12-month contract opportunity and is in Round Lake, IL(Onsite).

Job Diva ID: 26-23838

Pay Range: $28 - $30/hr. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• As an Associate Scientist I at client, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others.
• We collaborate cross-functionally and lead by influence.
• As a key part of projects, our research and development team is responsible for delivering results to drive decisions and ensure safety of our existing and new products.
• We work on products that make a meaningful difference in others' lives.
• When you join client, you'll use your analytical approach to identify risks and opportunities for innovation.
• Agile and willing to take action, you stay calm under pressure!
• Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on finished product R&D stability samples. May also support testing of raw materials, initial, in-process, and final product samples from manufacturing facilities or other R&D initiatives. Work under minimum supervision.
• Perform chemical assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of chemistry principles.
• Complete all testing, including special project / protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner to meet project schedules.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, cGxP, and QSR regulations.
• Collaborate with other functions/departments to solve problems, increase efficiency, improve quality and provide product support.
• Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC, Flame photometry, etc) and computer systems to collect and record data.
• Follow, understand and comply with client SOP’s and policies on cGMP’s and safety.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area, and potentially assume responsibility to ensure that others maintain their lab areas.
• Maintain laboratory safety requirements, perform equipment maintenance/calibration, and troubleshoot instrumentation.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Must have skills: - Must have bachelor’s degree
• Must have either Laboratory or chemistry experience.
• Laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC, Flame photometry, etc).
• Bachelors degree in relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biology) 6 months or more of experience
• Analytical chemistry instrumentation experience with pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC is preferred but not required.
• Must have experience in a regulated environment and strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills, strong analytical skills and be detail oriented.
• Electronic Lab Notebook experience is preferred but not required.
• Pharmaceutical GMP laboratory experience is desired.
• Empower experience is preferred
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks concurrently and in a timely fashion.
• Possess relevant laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills.
• Ability to organize and communicate complex information effectively with managers and peers
• This is an on-site position.
• Must be able to hand write and use computers for the majority of the work day
• Must be able to transfer materials, mix solutions/product(s), open products, and perform laboratory testing
• May require standing for extended periods
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds routinely
• Must not be color blind.

Our client is a leading Healthcare Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions.

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.