Sr. Chemist

WorkLLama; West Point (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkLLama in West Point, Mississippi seeks an organized Laboratory Analyst for a 100% lab-based onsite role to perform routine pharmaceutical testing, including stability testing and method validation. You will generate high-quality data efficiently while coordinating multiple analytical tasks under senior staff guidance.

The ideal candidate has strong HPLC expertise, GMP experience, and proficiency with Empower or similar chromatography software, along with solid data recording and teamwork to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience, OR Master’s degree with 3+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) required.
• Proven experience working within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulated laboratory setting required.
• Demonstrated experience with Empower software and dissolution testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analytical and stability testing on pharmaceutical drug products under supervision.
• Perform core laboratory testing procedures including HPLC analysis, dissolution, Karl Fischer (KF) titration, and disintegration testing.
• Assist with analytical method validation procedures based on demonstrated experience and operational capability.
• Capture, record, and maintain precise, high-quality data in strict compliance with quality standards.
• Utilize chromatography software (e.g., Empower, ChemStation) for data collection, processing, and analysis.
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory team members to meet testing deadlines and project milestones.
• Maintain clean, organized laboratory spaces and follow detailed safety protocols and standard operating procedures.

Skills

HPLC

GMP compliance

Empower software

ChemStation

Dissolution testing

Data integrity

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Life Sciences or Chemistry

Tools

Agilent ChemStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Laboratory Analyst to join our team in a lab-based onsite role. Working under the guidance of senior scientific staff, you will perform routine pharmaceutical testing, including stability testing and potentially method validation. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in HPLC, familiarity with GMP environments, and the ability to generate high-quality data quickly and efficiently while managing multiple analytical tasks collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analytical and stability testing on pharmaceutical drug products under supervision.
• Perform core laboratory testing procedures including HPLC analysis, dissolution, Karl Fischer (KF) titration, and disintegration testing.
• Assist with analytical method validation procedures based on demonstrated experience and operational capability.
• Capture, record, and maintain precise, high-quality data in strict compliance with quality standards.
• Utilize chromatography software (e.g., Empower, ChemStation) for data collection, processing, and analysis.
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory team members to meet testing deadlines and project milestones.
• Maintain clean, organized laboratory spaces and follow detailed safety protocols and standard operating procedures.

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field (Chemistry strongly preferred).
• Note: Candidates with a PhD will not be considered for this level.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) required.
• Proven experience working within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulated laboratory setting required.
• Demonstrated experience with Empower software and dissolution testing preferred.
• Familiarity with additional chromatography collection platforms (e.g., Agilent, ChemStation) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

• Role Type: 100% Lab-based onsite position.
• Duration: Initial assignment with the possibility of extension based on performance and business needs.
• Core Attributes: Requires strong attention to detail, multitasking capability, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative team approach.