Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry
Pharmaron
Summary
The Senior Scientist - Analytical Chemistry will serve as a key technical resource within the Quality Control laboratory supporting API manufacturing and development programs at Pharmaron's Coventry, RI facility. This role is responsible for supporting analytical method validation, transfer, troubleshooting, and QC testing of raw materials, intermediates, and active pharmaceutical ingredients in a cGMP-regulated laboratory environment.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Support analytical method validation, verification, and transfer activities within the QC laboratory.
- Troubleshoot complex analytical challenges related to API characterization and GMP testing.
- Review analytical data, laboratory notebooks, and instrument qualification documentation to ensure scientific accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Lead or support laboratory investigations, deviations, and root cause analyses.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and serve as system owner for analytical instrumentation, including qualification and maintenance activities.
- Provide technical mentorship and scientific guidance to QC scientists and laboratory personnel.
- Prepare and revise standard operating procedures (SOPs), analytical methods, and technical documentation.
- Support internal and external regulatory inspections and client audits as an analytical subject matter expert.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Process Chemistry, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance QC laboratory efficiency and analytical capabilities.
What We're Looking For
- Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field with 1–3 years of postdoctoral or industry experience.
- MS with 4–7 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, BS with 5–8 years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience.
- 3 years of experience (may include Ph.D. experience) with core analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, Mass Spectrometry.
- Demonstrated experience applying analytical techniques to solve complex scientific problems related to method validation, troubleshooting, and implementation.
- Strong hands-on expertise with analytical instrumentation including HPLC/UPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, Mass Spectrometry.
- Experience supporting API manufacturing or pharmaceutical QC laboratories.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and laboratory methods.
- Working knowledge of cGLP/cGMP and applicable FDA, EMA, and ICH regulatory guidelines.
- Experience contributing to multidisciplinary scientific teams and cross-functional projects.
- Experience mentoring or supervising laboratory personnel preferred.
- Strong analytical thinking, scientific judgment, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field with 1–3 years of postdoctoral or industry experience
- MS with 4–7 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
- BS with 5–8 years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience
- 3 years of experience with core analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, Mass Spectrometry
- Demonstrated experience applying analytical techniques to solve complex scientific problems related to method validation, troubleshooting, and implementation
- Strong hands-on expertise with analytical instrumentation including HPLC/UPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, Mass Spectrometry
- Experience supporting API manufacturing or pharmaceutical QC laboratories
- Proven ability to troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and laboratory methods
- Working knowledge of cGLP/cGMP and applicable FDA, EMA, and ICH regulatory guidelines
- Experience contributing to multidisciplinary scientific teams and cross-functional projects
- Experience mentoring or supervising laboratory personnel preferred
- Strong analytical thinking, scientific judgment, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- Company Holidays
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fertility Support
- Maternity Resources
- Professional Development
Company overview
Pharmaron is a premier global life sciences service provider founded in 2004, offering comprehensive research, development, and manufacturing services throughout the entire drug discovery and development process. As a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) and Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), Pharmaron provides integrated solutions across multiple therapeutic modalities including small molecules, biologics, and cell and gene therapy (CGT) products. The company's extensive service portfolio encompasses synthetic and medicinal chemistry, biology services, DMPK (drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics), pharmacology, toxicology, radiochemistry, CMC (chemistry, manufacturing, and controls), and clinical development services. With over 10,000 employees worldwide and facilities across China, the United States, and Europe, Pharmaron supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in accelerating their R&D programs from early discovery through commercial manufacturing. The company is publicly listed on both the Shenzhen and Hong Kong stock exchanges and maintains a strong commitment to scientific excellence, regulatory compliance, and technological innovation in the life sciences sector.