Pharmaceutical Development Analytical Scientist
Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions
Summary
The Ideal Candidate would possess:
Job description
Employee Responsibilities
- Provide analytical chemistry support to projects across the clinical drug development pipeline
- Execute test method protocols for in-vitro biopharmaceutics team that includes but not limited to thermodynamic solubility measurement, USP dissolution, precipitation and flux assays
- Prepare analytical solutions and biorelevant media for in-vitro experiments, including accurate weighing, potency corrections, buffer preparation, and appropriate handling of active pharmaceutical ingredients
- Analyze study samples by HPLC and UV-vis, including calibration standard preparation, sample processing, and quantitation of drug concentration from in-vitro studies
- Perform first-pass review of dissolution, solubility, and analytical data, identifying anomalous results (e.g., carryover, precipitation, coning, filtration loss) for scientific follow-up
- Document findings in electronic lab notebooks and technical reports in accordance with ALCOA data integrity principles
- Support routine laboratory operations, including equipment readiness, consumables, safe lab practices, and scheduling instruments
- Adapt experimental execution and prioritization to shifting project needs, balancing scientific rigor with resource efficiency and study objectives
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate would possess:
- Working knowledge of HPLC and UV-vis spectroscopy techniques, as they apply to quantitation of organic small molecules in solution
- Basic proficiency in scientific data analysis like spreadsheet-based calculations and chromatography data interfaces
- Excellent oral and written communication, strong attention to detail, and strong quantitative ability
- Ability to communicate and collaborate well in a cross functional environment
- Customer focused and comfortable supporting multiple project teams with shifting timelines, with a problem-solving mindset and a positive, optimistic attitude
Preferred Qualifications include:
- Hands-on experience executing in-vitro biopharmaceutics testing, such as USP dissolution, solubility, precipitation, or flux assays
- Proficiency in data analytic software like GraphPad Prism, Origin/Origin Pro, JMP etc.
- One to two years of wet lab experience in a pharmaceutical company or at a contracting organization.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience.
- Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline with relevant experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience
- Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline with relevant experience
- Working knowledge of HPLC and UV-vis spectroscopy techniques
- Basic proficiency in scientific data analysis like spreadsheet-based calculations and chromatography data interfaces
- Excellent oral and written communication, strong attention to detail, and strong quantitative ability
- Ability to communicate and collaborate well in a cross functional environment
- Customer focused and comfortable supporting multiple project teams with shifting timelines, with a problem-solving mindset and a positive, optimistic attitude
- Hands-on experience executing in-vitro biopharmaceutics testing, such as USP dissolution, solubility, precipitation, or flux assays
- Proficiency in data analytic software like GraphPad Prism, Origin/Origin Pro, JMP etc.
- One to two years of wet lab experience in a pharmaceutical company or at a contracting organization
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) With Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
Company overview
Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions is a global, award-winning managed service provider specializing in scientific workforce solutions for the life sciences industry. As part of the Eurofins Scientific group, the company offers innovative insourcing models that place dedicated scientific teams directly at client sites to manage laboratory operations and testing services. With over 20 years of experience, PSS employs and manages full-time scientific professionals who work within client facilities using their equipment, quality systems, and methodologies. The company serves pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies across nearly 20 countries, providing services spanning the entire drug development pipeline from early discovery to finished product testing. Their unique model eliminates co-employment concerns while offering clients flexible, cost-effective workforce solutions that typically outperform traditional temporary staffing arrangements. Eurofins PSS has grown to employ over 1,800 professionals at more than 70 client sites worldwide, delivering specialized services in analytical chemistry, microbiology, process development, quality control, and various other scientific disciplines.