Senior Chemist

Senior Chemist - Analytical Research & Development

Location: Central NJ

Our client, a rapidly growing pharmaceutical company based in Central NJ, is seeking a Senior Chemist to join their Analytical Research & Development Labs. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in analytical method development, method validation, and product characterization studies, contributing to the development of innovative pharmaceutical products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical method development, method validation, and troubleshooting with minimal guidance.
• Conduct physical characterization studies to enhance product understanding.
• Serve as the analytical lead on designated projects, providing technical input for investigations.
• Prepare technical reports and scientific packages for both internal and external use.
• Adhere to company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate as the Analytical R&D lead for development projects and coordinate with the Product Development (PD) department.
• Operate a variety of analytical instruments, including HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, IR, TLC, titration, ICP-MS, LC-MS, and dissolution apparatus.
• Develop and troubleshoot analytical methods for in-process (IP), finished product (FP), and stability (ST) sample testing.
• Conduct laboratory analyses of raw materials and samples.
• Design and execute physical characterization studies, such as rheological, microscopy, surface area, and thermal studies.
• Perform reverse engineering studies of Reference Listed Drug (RLD) to support product development.
• Lead pre-formulation studies, including pH solubility, pH stability, and excipient compatibility, in collaboration with the PD team.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a BS/MS/Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field.
• 2-12 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry is required.
• Proficiency in analytical method development and validation.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical product characterization techniques.
• Experience with a range of analytical instruments and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lead and coordinate projects effectively.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Adherence to industry regulations and quality standards.
• If you're a skilled chemist with experience in the pharmaceutical sector, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on product development and innovation.