Analyical Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Connexion’s mission is to provide "best in class" services to job seekers. We strive to achieve excellence in job placement, staffing, and recruiting services, while treating candidates with the professionalism and respect they deserve.

Contract Analytical Scientist

Notes:

• Must have a bachelors degree in Chemistry or related science
• Must have 2-3 years of WORKING industrial experience (not just internships)
• Must have experience working with different analytical instrumentations (HPLC, UV, FTIR, KF, XRD, DSC, TGA)
• Pharmaceutical/ drug formulation background
• They have summer Fridays until Labor Day in which candidates can only work 4 hours on Fridays. They can extend their hours Monday – Thursday to make up the missing hours on Friday and have a complete 40/ hr work week. Exact hours TBD during interview process with hiring manager.
• Onsite 5 days per week
  
  We currently have an opening for an analytical chemist to support development and testing of novel extended-release ocular drug products. The individual we are looking for must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be adaptable and be motivated by the opportunity to learn new technologies.
  
  Key areas of responsibility
  
• Participate in analytical method development to analyze quality and performance of ocular drug products
• Analyze and interpret data generated and record data in the appropriate format
• Update peers/supervisors on progress at group meetings
• Run, maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Perform laboratory work in an accurate and independent manner

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related science with 2-3 years of industrial experience
• Possess knowledge and understanding of applicable scientific principles
• Familiar with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, UV, FTIR, KF, XRD, DSC, TGA with the aptitude to be trained on additional analytical equipment
• Some experience in developing analytical methods
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new software packages and incorporate them into laboratory processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Maintain effective communication with internal and external colleagues