Scientist II – Analytical Development

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Description Overview

The Holland Michigan based Analytical Development (AD) department, specializing in solid and liquid Over-the-Counter (OTC) products, is looking to add a talented colleague to our AD team.

Our primary focus is to provide technical support to assigned projects, using robust scientific methods which comply with standard operating procedures and scientific standards. Works with limited direction. As appropriate, serve as a project leader to manage analytical support for projects with minimal supervision.

This is a great career move for someone who wants to be involved in the lifecycle management of analytical methods in support of current and reformulated drug products, with opportunities to contribute to a successful global pharmaceutical business focused on Quality Affordable Self-care Products.

Scope of the Role

• Perform physical and chemical testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished product samples. This includes documentation, report writing and review.
• Develop, validate and transfer non-complex to complex analytical methods independently.
• Research, prepare and review technical documents, including but not limited to SOPs, drug master files, technical packages, vendor qualification, raw material and release and stability specifications, stability summaries, test methods, and certificates of analysis which conform to company standards.
• Successfully investigate and resolve analytical problems, project issues and deviations independently. Accurately maintain all related documentation in compliance with SOPs.
• Prepare documents for regulatory filings (ANDA, NDA, ANDS). Design experiments and provide data to support responses for FDA minor deficiency letters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

• Knowledge of a variety of analytical instruments for physical and chemical analyses including but not limited to analytical balances, pH meters, HPLC, UPLC, USP dissolution testing apparatus, and moisture analysis by Karl Fischer.
• Familiarity with a variety of compendial references including the United States and European Pharmacopeia.
• The ability to clearly document and precisely execute analyses and experiments of moderate to high complexity which includes maintenance of high quality documentation, analysis and proper interpretation of data, and preparation of reports, presentations, or other technical communications as necessary.
• Effective communication within direct Analytical team, on focused technical and non-technical teams, and with cross-functional groups.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team oriented culture focused on a sense of shared scientific inquiry, collaborative engagement, innovation, and the pursuit of scientific excellence.

The skills required for this role are normally acquired through completion of a:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences OR a
• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Benefits

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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