Senior Scientist, Analytical R&D — GMP Method Validation

MedPharm Ltd; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Durham is seeking a Scientist III/Sr. Scientist to develop and validate analytical methods in a GMP-compliant lab. Responsibilities include performing stability and forced degradation studies, managing projects, authoring technical documents, and mentoring junior scientists. The position requires a minimum of a B.S. with 8+ years in a relevant field and expertise in HPLC and GC methods. The company fosters a collaborative environment with key relationships across R&D, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in a lab with a focus on chemistry, biology, or pharmaceutics.
• Experience developing and validating analytical methods.
• Ability to independently manage projects and mentor junior scientists.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods to support formulation drug development.
• Perform stability testing and forced degradation studies.
• Mentor junior scientists and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical method development

GMP compliance knowledge

HPLC and GC troubleshooting

Technical report writing

Collaboration

Education

B.S. in chemistry, biology, or pharmaceutics with 8+ years or M.S. with 6+ years or Ph.D.

Tools

HPLC

GC

Empower 3 software

MS Office

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company in Durham is seeking a Scientist III/Sr. Scientist to develop and validate analytical methods in a GMP-compliant lab. Responsibilities include performing stability and forced degradation studies, managing projects, authoring technical documents, and mentoring junior scientists. The position requires a minimum of a B.S. with 8+ years in a relevant field and expertise in HPLC and GC methods. The company fosters a collaborative environment with key relationships across R&D, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance.