Technical Associate - Research & Development

TechDigital Group; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group in Newark, Delaware, is seeking a skilled laboratory professional with a B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry or related science. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience with wet and analytical chemistry, along with a strong background in liquid chromatography and GLP compliance.

This role involves executing various lab projects, developing analytical methods, and maintaining lab safety and cleanliness. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least three years of working experience in a laboratory setting focusing on wet chemistry and analytical chemistry.
• 2+ years of experience with liquid chromatography is highly desirable.
• Experience with GLP and/or working in a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication skills for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Execution of various projects including product dissolution tests and drug assays.
• Analytical method development and maintenance of HPLC instrumentation.
• Meticulous documentation according to Good Laboratory Practices.
• Participation in safety and process improvement meetings.
• Help with product development for the pharmaceutical industry.

Skills

Liquid chromatography (LC or HPLC)

Technical report writing

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Organizational skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

HPLC instrumentation

Job description

Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Chemistry or related science, with at least three years of working experience in a laboratory setting with a focus on wet chemistry and analytical chemistry
• 2+ years of experience with liquid chromatography (LC or HPLC) is highly desirable
• Experience with GLP and/or working in a regulated environment such as the food / pharma industries would be beneficial
• Experience writing technical and customer reports with keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and bias for teamwork necessary to succeed in a multifunctional, collaborative team environment
• Excellent organizational skills with flexibility and a bias for action will be necessary for managing fast-changing project demands
• Job is onsite

Responsibilities:

• Execution of a variety of projects and studies as needed including Client product dissolution tests, drug assays, and product stability studies
• Analytical method development, operation, and maintenance of HPLC instrumentation
• Independent and detail-oriented execution of general laboratory activities, including operation of pharmaceutical formulation equipment; formulation / preparation of samples and reagents; completion of routine laboratory experiements; operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration of instrumentation; developing and implementing new test methods for product development purposes
• Candidate will be required to handle Schedule II pharmaceuticals, manage associated documentation, and participate in DEA audits
• Meticulous documentation of laboratory procedures and data; maintenance of electronic databases, laboratory notebooks, and technical reports in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) or equivalent
• Maintaining a safe, clean laboratory environment with attention to lab housekeeping, including stocking of consumables / lab supplies and waste disposal
• Active participation in work group team meetings to address safety, process improvement, problem solving, and other topics functional topics; additional project team participation as required.
• Help with product development for the pharmaceutical job industry
• Analyzing research articles and staying informed about recent product innovations to design experiments applicable to diverse product applications.