Senior QC Analyst: Formulations & Analytical Excellence

Pace Analytical Services LLC; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services LLC in Waltham, MA, is seeking a Senior Formulation Scientist to lead formulation and process development for innovative drug products. You will analyze chemistry data, design scalable formulations for small molecules and biologics in early-stage trials, and optimize manufacturing processes.

You will write GMP SOPs, transfer analytical methods, mentor teammates, and collaborate across groups to deliver high-quality results in a customer-focused environment aligned with

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a laboratory setting with demonstrated expertise in analytical methods and formulation development.
• 3+ years of technical writing experience, including GMP SOP development.
• Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemistry, Biology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret complex chemistry, biochemistry, and formulation data to identify trends and provide insights to management/clients.
• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods; perform routine and advanced testing with HPLC, GC, LC-MS, FTIR, and ddPCR.
• Design and develop scalable formulations for small molecules and biologics in early-stage clinical trials; optimize manufacturing processes.
• Write and review GMP SOPs.
• Train and mentor team members on analytical methods, instrumentation, and best practices.
• Collaborate across teams to improve efficiency and deliver high-quality results.
• Promote a positive, customer-focused environment aligned with Pace’s mission.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Biology

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC-MS

FTIR

ddPCR

Office 365

Job description

Pace Analytical Services LLC in Waltham, MA, is seeking a Senior Formulation Scientist to lead formulation and process development for innovative drug products. You will analyze chemistry data, design scalable formulations for small molecules and biologics in early-stage trials, and optimize manufacturing processes.

You will write GMP SOPs, transfer analytical methods, mentor teammates, and collaborate across groups to deliver high-quality results in a customer-focused environment aligned with