Analytics Scientist I
Catalent Pharma Solutions
Summary
We have an opportunity for an Analytics Scientist I to join our team. This role involves performing analytical testing and method development to support pharmaceutical projects. The position offers the chance to work with advanced laboratory techniques and contribute to high-quality results for our clients. You will collaborate with a skilled team in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and scientific excellence.
Job description
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for an Analytics Scientist I to join our team. This role involves performing analytical testing and method development to support pharmaceutical projects. The position offers the chance to work with advanced laboratory techniques and contribute to high-quality results for our clients. You will collaborate with a skilled team in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and scientific excellence.
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Location: Kansas City, MO 100% Onsite.
The Role
- Develop and execute laboratory work plans and schedules independently, using customer milestones and site performance standards and metrics.
- Sample types include in-process, release, or stability.
- Techniques include High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Karl Fischer, Disintegration, Friability, Hardness, and appearance.
- Perform method development, validation, and transfer activities.
- Author technical documents such as protocols, test methods, text reports, certificates of analysis, and operating procedures.
- Review technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness, and regulatory compliance.
- Direct the work of technical staff, including work assignments.
- Serve as Technical Lead with responsibility for project outcomes and customer interaction.
- Execute efficiency improvement projects with guidance, identifying and recommending project-specific business opportunities to enhance operational performance.
- Train others on laboratory techniques.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related life science or physical science is required at minimum.
- Doctorate degree in a related life science or physical science field required with 0+ years of related work experience preferred, or Master’s degree in a related life science or physical science field required with 4+ years of related work experience preferred, or Bachelor’s degree in a related life science or physical science field required with 6+ years of related work experience preferred.
- Physical requirements include frequent standing, sitting, and reaching; occasional walking, lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 40 lbs.); and occasional kneeling.
- Working environment may involve occasional exposure to noise, vibration, and hazards.
Preferred Skills & Background
- Proactively address work issues at both an individual and a team level.
- Ability to process, maintain, and interpret data.
- Understanding of instrument operations and troubleshooting skills in multiple techniques.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
- Well organized with the ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related life science or physical science is required at minimum.
- Doctorate degree in a related life science or physical science field required with 0+ years of related work experience preferred, or Master’s degree in a related life science or physical science field required with 4+ years of related work experience preferred, or Bachelor’s degree in a related life science or physical science field required with 6+ years of related work experience preferred.
- Physical requirements include frequent standing, sitting, and reaching; occasional walking, lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 40 lbs.); and occasional kneeling.
- Working environment may involve occasional exposure to noise, vibration, and hazards.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
Company overview
Catalent Pharma Solutions, now known as Catalent, Inc., is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) headquartered in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 2007 as a spin-off from Cardinal Health's pharmaceutical technologies segment, the company has grown into a major player in the pharmaceutical services industry. Catalent provides comprehensive drug development and manufacturing solutions including drug delivery technologies, formulation development, analytical testing, clinical and commercial manufacturing, clinical packaging, and supply chain services. The company operates over 50 facilities across four continents and has supported more than half of all FDA-approved products over the past decade. With approximately 16,900 employees, Catalent produces over 70 billion doses annually for more than 8,000 products, serving major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer, Moderna, Novo Nordisk, and Bristol-Myers Squibb. In 2024, the company was acquired by Novo Holdings A/S for $16.5 billion, further strengthening its position in the global pharmaceutical manufacturing landscape.