Scientist - Analytical Development

Actalent; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a part-time Scientist - Analytical Development in Waltham, MA, to support large molecule and biologics programs. The role involves executing established methods and documenting data using ELN, with exposure to capillary electrophoresis and UV/Vis assays.

The successful candidate will work onsite 20–30 hours weekly, collaborating with protein chemistry teams and ensuring instrument upkeep. This is a contract, part-time opportunity in a modern lab environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with analytical testing supporting biologics development.
• Experience with large molecule analysis and protein characterization.
• Strong documentation skills and adherence to lab standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine analytical testing using established methods (UV/Vis, ELISA, UPLC/HPLC, CE-SDS).
• Perform analyses for biologics development ensuring high-quality data.
• Record and report analytical data in ELN with clarity and accuracy.
• Document experimental work, observations and results systematically.
• Maintain and calibrate analytical instruments to ensure reliability.
• Identify issues in instruments and coordinate with teams for repair.
• Follow lab protocols and quality standards for consistent results.
• Collaborate with analytical development and protein chemistry teams.

Skills

ELISA techniques

UPLC/HPLC systems

CE-SDS

UV/Vis SoloVPE

Protein chemistry

Biologics analytics

ELN documentation

Large molecule analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/biochemistry/chemistry

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Empower software

HPLC/UPLC data systems

Job description

Job Title: Scientist - Analytical Development Shift:

- Part Time - 2-3 days a week onsite (20-30 hours a week)

Job Description

The Scientist will perform routine analytical testing to support analytical development programs focused on large molecule and biologic therapeutics. This role involves executing established analytical methods, accurately documenting and reporting data, and maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to programs in areas such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), gain hands‑on experience with capillary electrophoresis (CE), and further develop expertise in analytical development for biologics.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine analytical testing using established methods, including UV/Vis-based assays (including SoloVPE), ELISA, UPLC/HPLC, and CE-SDS to support analytical development programs.
• Perform analytical testing in support of large molecule and biologics development, ensuring high-quality, reliable data generation.
• Accurately record, compile, and report analytical data in accordance with organizational standards and laboratory best practices.
• Document all experimental work, procedures, observations, and results in electronic laboratory notebooks in a clear and organized manner.
• Maintain, clean, and care for analytical instruments and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Identify, document, and report instrument or equipment issues that require troubleshooting or repair, and collaborate with relevant teams to resolve them.
• Follow established laboratory protocols, analytical methods, and quality standards to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Work collaboratively with analytical development and protein chemistry teams to support ongoing projects and method execution.
• Apply knowledge of protein chemistry and protein analysis to interpret results and support method execution.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory practices by adhering to good documentation practices and maintaining a well-organized work area.

Essential Skills

• 57 years of relevant laboratory experience, preferably in a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical or similar research environment.
• Hands-on experience and strong working knowledge of ELISA techniques for protein and biologic analysis.
• Hands-on experience and strong working knowledge of UPLC/HPLC systems for analytical testing.
• Practical experience with CE-SDS and capillary electrophoresis methods for large molecule and biologic characterization.
• Proficiency in using UV/Vis-based methods, including instruments such as SoloVPE, for quantitative analysis.
• Experience with analytical development for large molecule and biologic therapeutics.
• Bachelors degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or a closely related scientific field with relevant laboratory experience.
• Ability to accurately record, compile, and report analytical data following established standards.
• Ability to maintain and clean analytical instruments and to recognize when equipment requires troubleshooting or repair.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality laboratory documentation using electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Fundamental understanding of protein chemistry and protein analysis techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Masters degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working in a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Empower software for HPLC/UPLC data acquisition and analysis.
• Experience with HPLC and UPLC method execution in an analytical development setting.
• Experience in large molecule and biologics analytical development, including protein characterization.
• Exposure to or understanding of capillary electrophoresis techniques beyond CE-SDS.
• Knowledge of ATC (Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical) classifications or related pharmacological concepts is a plus.
• Interest in or experience with therapeutic areas such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple analytical tasks within a part-time schedule.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional scientific teams.

Work Environment

This is a 100% onsite, part-time laboratory-based role, requiring approximately 2030 hours per week. The schedule is flexible, with the expectation to work two full days and either a half or full third day each week. There is openness to alternative arrangements such as two 10-hour days, depending on mutual agreement and operational needs. The Scientist will work in a modern analytical laboratory environment using instruments such as UV/Vis (including SoloVPE), UPLC/HPLC systems, and CE-SDS equipment, as well as electronic laboratory notebook systems and related analytical software. The setting is collaborative and focused on analytical development for large molecule and biologic therapeutics, including programs in areas such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Standard laboratory attire and adherence to all safety and compliance procedures are required while performing hands‑on experimental work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Waltham, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waltham,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026. About Actalent

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