Senior Scientist – Pharmaceutical Analysis & Standards

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is seeking a Scientist III for its Reference Standards Laboratory in Rockville, MD.

This hands-on, individual contributor role emphasizes analytical testing, method development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance quality standards in medicines and ingredients. Responsibilities include 75% bench work, drug release testing, data analysis, and preparing reports, with opportunities to mentor staff and lead investigations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field, or MS with 5 years of relevant experience.
• BA/BS in Chemistry or related field with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong independence in planning and conducting research; communicate results effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine drug release testing and chemical analysis on development materials.
• Prepare solutions and reagents; participate in cross-functional teams.
• Develop and validate analytical methods; present results to stakeholders.
• Mentor scientists and manage project tasks with internal and external clients.

Skills

Analytical testing

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

MS in Chemistry or related field with 5 years' experience

BA/BS in Chemistry or related field with 10 years' experience

Tools

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer

DSC/TGA

Liquid chromatography

Laser diffraction

Job description

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is seeking a Scientist III for its Reference Standards Laboratory in Rockville, MD.

This hands-on, individual contributor role emphasizes analytical testing, method development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance quality standards in medicines and ingredients. Responsibilities include 75% bench work, drug release testing, data analysis, and preparing reports, with opportunities to mentor staff and lead investigations.