Sr Scientist, Extractables and Leachables

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Exton (Chester County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr Scientist specializing in Extractables and Leachables to join their dedicated team. This role involves executing critical testing in a cGMP environment, mentoring junior staff, and leading investigations. The company values lifelong learning and offers a supportive community focused on improving patient lives. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in LCMS-TOF and a passion for analytical techniques. If you are ready to contribute to impactful projects in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related field and a cGMP environment.
• Expertise in complicated techniques and instrument troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Execute testing for internal and external customers in a cGMP environment.
• Mentor associate scientists and lead lab investigations.

Skills

Liquid Chromatography Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry (LCMS-TOF)

Extractables and Leachables

MassHunter software

Analytical techniques

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field

Job description

Title: Sr Scientist, Extractables and Leachables

Requisition ID: 68582

Date: Apr 25, 2025

Location: Exton, Pennsylvania, US

Department: Laboratory

This role is onsite role in Exton, PA. Candidates applying must be residing within a 50 mile commutable radius to the job location.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa at this time.

Who We Are:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

In this role, you are responsible for executing testing for both internal and external customers in a cGMP environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• An expert with complicated techniques, equipment, and/or test methods.
• Actively evaluating and learning new industry technologies and techniques.
• Independently complete projects from initiation through completion.
• Able to perform instrument troubleshooting independently.
• Mentor associate scientist and scientist level analysts.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to internal and external customers.
• Actively participate in and complete all appropriate training tasks in a timely manner.
• Provide training.
• Author work instructions, SOPs, and qualification documentation.
• Lead lab investigations, OOS, and OOT as required.
• Meet individual and departmental goals and metrics.
• Make rational and sound decisions at an individual level.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to established laboratory safety procedures.
• Follow required cGMP regulations and internal QA procedures.
• Possess ability to work independently and as part of a team with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and apply new analytical techniques.

Basic Qualifications

• BS in a relevant scientific field.
• Minimum 5 years in a related field and a cGMP environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with Liquid Chromatography Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry (LCMS-TOF)
• Working knowledge of Extractables and Leachables.
• Working knowledge of MassHunter software.
• Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

Additional Requirements

• Effective dexterity to operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Job-related activities that require a mental skill or ability such as communication, quick decision making, interpreting data, reading or writing, public speaking, etc. (e.g., Must be able to express or exchange ideas with employees; Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures).
• Job-related activities that require a physical activity such as standing/standing in laboratory environment.
• Hearing ability should be sufficient to hear and react to audible alarms from distances up to 150 feet.
• Must be able to work assigned shift(s) with overtime as required to complete assignments if necessary.

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects. Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening and/or drug screening.