Scientist, Analytical Sciences & Technology

AGW; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) seeks a Scientist, Analytical Sciences & Technology for a 12+ month contract in East Syracuse, NY. The role supports analytical method lifecycle activities, including development, qualification, validation, and transfer for biologics and other modalities, with non-GMP testing.

Responsibilities include writing SOPs, performing study testing, data verification, supporting regulatory submissions, inspections, and maintaining instruments.

Qualifications

• BSc/BE or MSc/ME in biology, chemistry, biotechnology or related field with 0–5 years in biologic/protein analytics.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detail oriented with good organization and time management.
• Ability to prioritize and deliver within timelines; problem-solving with risk-based thinking.

Responsibilities

• Develop, author and peer review SOPs, analytical methods, protocols and reports.
• Test study samples to support upstream/downstream process development and characterization.
• Document results and verify data; perform trend analysis.
• Provide technical guidance to investigations and resolve analytical issues.
• Identify new analytical technologies and opportunities for advancement.
• Support regulatory submissions related to methods, specifications and stability.
• Assist in inspections and audits and address findings.
• Carry out routine lab tasks: sample management, instrument maintenance, inventory, housekeeping.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Independent work

Data analysis

Education

Biology/Chemistry/Biotechnology degree

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

qPCR

ELISA

CE-SDS

iCIEF

SDS-PAGE

UV-VIS

Western blot

Mass spectrometry

Cell-based assays

Job description

Scientist, Analytical Sciences & Technology #26-09951

East Syracuse, NY Onsite Contract Starts 10/05/2026 Ends 10/04/2027

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Scientist, Analytical Sciences & Technology for a contract position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in East Syracuse, NY. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

The Contractor Scientist within the Analytical Science and Technology team is responsible for supporting analytical method lifecycle activities including method development, qualification, validation, and technical transfer of methods for the testing of raw materials, excipients, biologics and other modalities in-process, drug substance, and drug product samples. The candidate will execute non-GMP testing, non-GMP stability testing, reference standard qualification, and comparability studies to support clinical and/or commercial GMP manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, author, and peer review standard operating procedures, analytical methods, protocols, reports, and other associated scientific technical documents


• Perform testing of study samples to support upstream and downstream manufacturing process development, characterization, and process improvements


• Document and evaluate experimental results and perform data verification and trending


• Provide technical expertise and guidance to support investigations and help troubleshoot analytical operational issues


• Identify new analytical technologies and opportunities for technical advancements


• Support the preparation and review of regulatory submissions related to analytical procedures, method development and validation, specifications, reference standards, extended characterization, and product stability/ shelf-life


• Support regulatory inspections, third-party audits, and customer audits through participating in inspection readiness and addressing inspectional findings


• Perform routine laboratory activities including sample management, instrument maintenance and calibration, inventory and ordering of supplies, general housekeeping, and other related activities


• Work in a diverse group environment while focusing on inclusivity and safety to produce high quality, compliant results

Requirements:

• B.Sc./B.Eng. or M.Sc./M.Eng. in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or equivalent area of related study with 0-5 years industry experience in biologic/protein analytics


• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills


• Detail oriented with good organization skills


• Ability to prioritize, independently manage and complete deliverables within given timelines


• Ability to problem solve and apply risk-based critical thinking in a technical environment

Desired skills:

• Experience across the analytical method lifecycle in protein biotherapeutics for a variety of methodologies and instrumentation including HPLC/UPLC, qPCR, ELISA, CE-SDS, iCIEF, SDS-PAGE, UV-VIS, western blotting, mass spectrometry, and cell-based assays


• Working knowledge and experience in the biopharmaceutical development process, GMP, PAT, CMC and regulatory guidance, ICH guidelines, and compendial requirements


• Experience authoring, validating, and coordinating timely transfer of test methods with and to Quality Control laboratories


• Demonstrated history of continuous improvement

Pay range: up to $40.00 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.