Scientist III, Pharma Standards Lab

USP; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

USP in Rockville, MD is seeking a Scientist III for the Reference Standards Laboratory to perform analytical tests, review data, and prepare summary reports. The role focuses on bench work with potential collaboration across teams.

The incumbent will train lab staff, coordinate project tasks, and present findings to stakeholders while adhering to cGMP/ISO guidelines and pursuing scientific excellence.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field, or
• M.S. in Chemistry or related field with 5 years of experience evaluating drug product performance and quality, or
• B.A./B.S. in Chemistry or related field with 10 years of experience evaluating drug product performance and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine drug release testing and chemical analysis using USP methods.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for reference standards development.
• Develop and validate analytical methods and review data.
• Prepare evaluation reports and present data to stakeholders.
• Mentor lab staff and coordinate project tasks and schedules.
• Troubleshoot methods and instrumentation issues and conduct literature reviews.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

M.S. in Chemistry or related field

B.A./B.S. in Chemistry or related field

Job description

USP in Rockville, MD is seeking a Scientist III for the Reference Standards Laboratory to perform analytical tests, review data, and prepare summary reports. The role focuses on bench work with potential collaboration across teams.

The incumbent will train lab staff, coordinate project tasks, and present findings to stakeholders while adhering to cGMP/ISO guidelines and pursuing scientific excellence.