Scientist III - Analytical Chemist (Drug Product) - FSP

Parexel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Parexel is seeking a Scientist 3 – Analytical Chemist for a full-time, long-term assignment onsite at our client location in Rahway, NJ. The role emphasizes chromatographic analysis (UPLC/HPLC/GC), GDP/ALCOA+ documentation, and method development in a GMP environment.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S./M.S. in a life sciences field with 3–5 years (BS) or 1–2 years (MS) of relevant experience and possess strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences with GMP laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform chromatographic analyses using UPLC, HPLC and GC with troubleshooting.
• Maintain GDP standards and ALCOA+ notebook documentation.
• Support method development and validation for analytical methods.
• Work with FTIR, KF and dissolution techniques in routine testing.
• Organize data processing, interpretation and reporting for GMP release and stability testing.
• Collaborate independently and with teams, managing multiple projects.

Skills

Chromatographic analysis

ALCOA+ documentation

Separation science

Analytical method development

FTIR

KF

Dissolution

Data processing & reporting

Independent & team work

Communication skills

Education

B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or related life sciences

Tools

Empower software

Job description

We are looking to fill a Scientist 3 - Analytical Chemist (Drug Product) position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ . This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. This position does not offer any sponsorship.

Qualifications -

B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences and relevant years of experience as listed below in a Pharmaceutical GMP laboratory environment.

• Scientist 3 - B.S. with 3-5 years of experience; M.S. with 1-2 years of experience

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience with chromatographic analysis using various UPLC, HPLC and GC techniques, including method and instrument troubleshooting

• Consistently adheres to GDP standards and follow ALCOA+ Principles in laboratory notebook documentation

• General knowledge of separations science

• General understanding of analytical method development and method validation

• Hands-on experience with FTIR, KF and Dissolution

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail

• Excellent organization to multi-task and manage multiple ongoing projects in parallel including GMP release, stability testing along with data processing, interpretation and reporting

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, displaying self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Desired Skills and Experience

• Empower software

• GMP Testing of Small Molecule drug product and drug substance

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.

For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!

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Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.