Senior Scientist, Science & Technology

ARGENTA; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Argenta is seeking a Senior Scientist, Science & Technology, at the Shawnee, KS site to lead cGMP analytical method development, transfer, verification and validation for API, raw materials and finished drug products. The role requires designing and executing validation plans and managing cross-functional projects.

You will mentor teammates, qualify instruments, ensure detailed documentation, and maintain compliance with GMP/FDA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years with a B.S. or 6+ years with an M.S in cGMP/GLP chemistry lab environment.
• Proficiency in HPLC/GC analysis and preparation of reagents and sample solutions for testing.
• Wet chemistry testing: pH, viscosity, density, particle size testing, titration.
• Experience with mass spectrometry methods and instrumentation preferred.
• Ability to operate laboratory analytical instrumentation and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Knowledge of GMP and FDA manufacturing regulations.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages the design and execution of method transfer and verification protocols, method validations and reports.
• Manages multiple concurrent analytical projects.
• Works with client counterparts and project teams.
• Mentors/leads other analytical development positions in equipment utilization, SOP understanding, and lab practices.
• Sets up and qualifies new instrumentation and equipment in the laboratory.
• Responsible for success of analytical method establishment for new/existing products to site.
• Performs detailed records for method development/optimization, transfer/verification/validation, and routine analysis per cGMP.

Skills

HPLC/GC analysis

Mass spectrometry

Data analysis

Written and verbal communication

Laboratory instrumentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HPLC/GC systems

Mass spectrometry instrumentation

Job description

Job Description

At Argenta, we’re more than a company — we’re a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it. Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market. We’re in a unique position. We are the world’s only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health.

Our Uniqueness Means

• We are team players;
• We are doers;
• We are customer-centric;
• We are innovators.

We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. We believe that when everyone works together and puts their best “paw” forward we will make the lives of the animals we care for, better. With bases in New Zealand, the US, the UK and Europe, our 900+ colleagues are driven by our partnership approach and purpose: Healthy Animals. Let’s Make It Happen, Together. TEAM PLAYERS who want to DO great work and find INNOVATIVE ways to make animals lives better through our CUSTOMER CENTRIC efforts should apply. Argenta is currently looking to fill the role of Senior Scientist, Science & Technology at our Shawnee, KS location. This position leads the preparation of protocols and execution of cGMP analytical method development, transfer, verification, and validation of active ingredient, raw material, cleaning verification, and finished drug product analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manages the Design and execution method transfer an/d or verification protocols, method validations and reports.
• Manages multiple concurrent analytical projects
• Works with client counterparts and project teams
• Serves as a mentor/lead to other analytical development positions in such areas as equipment utilization, SOP understanding and application, and good lab documentation and lab practices.
• Setup and qualification of new instrumentation and equipment in the laboratory as required
• Responsible and accountable for the success of analytical method establishment for new and/or existing products to the site.
• Performs and maintains accurate, detailed records for method development/optimization, method transfer/verification/validation, and for routine analysis of finished pharmaceutical dosages and/or raw materials following approved analytical methodology and specifications to pharmaceutical cGMP requirements.
• Designs and execute the cleaning validation protocols keeping detailed reports used to assist in writing reports.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related Science field with work experience in cGMP and/or GLP chemistry lab environment (a minimum of 8+ years of work experience with B.S. or 6+ years of work experience with masters (M.S) is preferred)
• Proficient at HPLC/GC analysis and preparation of reagents and sample solutions for testing.
• Proficiency with wet chemistry testing methodologies and techniques such as pH, viscosity, density, particle size testing, titration.
• Experience with mass spec methods and instrumentation preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate laboratory analytical instrumentation and be able to assist in the troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of GMP and FDA manufacturing regulations
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Argenta has strongly embedded company values which is key to who we are and how we deliver. We offer an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding global business where your input will be valued. At Argenta we are a hard-working group who really enjoy the people we work with each day. That is why we support our people through a strong culture, great benefits, and growth opportunities. Argenta is an equal-opportunity employer