Senior Analytical Scientist

WaveCrest Staffing Group; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

WaveCrest Staffing Group seeks a Senior Scientist in Analytical Development (CMC) to lead analytical development and product characterization for one or more molecules within CMC development in a mission-driven oncology setting.

The role requires hands-on chromatography, spectroscopy, dissolution testing, and strong data reporting skills, with GLP/cGMP experience and collaboration across programs. This is a 6-month contract based in South San Francisco, CA.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. in chemistry with 8+ years of relevant research experience, or Ph.D. with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience, or equivalent, in drug discovery and development.
• Hands-on experience with chromatography (HPLC, GC, LC/MS), spectroscopy (UV-Vis, FTIR), titration (Karl Fischer, acid-base), dissolution testing, particle size analysis by laser diffraction, microscopy, and other compendial methods.
• Experience with laboratory software for data collection, analysis, and reporting (e.g., OpenLab, Empower, Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and prior experience in GLP and cGMP environments.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead analytical development and product characterization for one or more molecules in CMC development.
• Develop and optimize analytical methods to support early and late-stage development, applying traditional or emerging techniques to solve challenging problems.
• Design experiments and perform sample analysis using general laboratory techniques and instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS, GC, UV-Vis, KF, DSC, TGA, and XRPD.
• Execute analyses with a solid understanding of test procedures, underlying science, and proper instrument operation to ensure accurate, reliable results.
• Use instrument control and data processing software to collect data, calculate results, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Maintain precise, real-time laboratory notebook records in line with documentation standards, supporting traceability and consistency.
• Prepare presentation materials and communicate results to management and at internal meetings.
• Author and review technical reports, technical packages, and relevant sections of regulatory filings.

Skills

Analytical development

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Education

M.Sc. in Chemistry

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC/MS

UV-Vis

FTIR

Karl Fischer

Dissolution testing

Laser diffraction

Microscopy

OpenLab

Empower

Excel

Job description

Senior Scientist, Analytical Development (CMC)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Scientist with a proven record of sustained laboratory achievement and innovation. This individual will provide analytical support across multiple projects and teams in a mission-driven oncology development setting.

6-month contract

Responsibilities

• Independently lead analytical development and product characterization for one or more molecules in CMC development.
• Develop and optimize analytical methods to support early and late-stage development, applying traditional or emerging techniques to solve challenging problems.
• Design experiments and perform sample analysis using general laboratory techniques (weighing, pipetting) and instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS, GC, UV-Vis, KF, DSC, TGA, and XRPD.
• Execute analyses with a solid understanding of test procedures, underlying science, and proper instrument operation to ensure accurate, reliable results.
• Use instrument control and data processing software to collect data, calculate results, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Maintain precise, real-time laboratory notebook records in line with documentation standards, supporting traceability and consistency.
• Prepare presentation materials and communicate results to management and at internal meetings.
• Author and review technical reports, technical packages, and relevant sections of regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. in chemistry with 8+ years of relevant research experience, or Ph.D. with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience, or equivalent, in drug discovery and development.
• Hands-on experience with chromatography (HPLC, GC, LC/MS), spectroscopy (UV-Vis, FTIR), titration (Karl Fischer, acid‑base), dissolution testing, particle size analysis by laser diffraction, microscopy, and other compendial methods.
• Experience with laboratory software for data collection, analysis, and reporting (e.g., OpenLab, Empower, Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and prior experience in GLP and cGMP environments.