Method Development Scientist

Employee Responsibilities:Performing a large variety of analytical tasks for the development and validation of analytical methods used in the testing of drug products and raw materials by means of various procedures including HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, and dissolution; reading, understanding, and interpreting diverse analytical procedures presented in a variety of written stylesUtilizes technical knowledge in the development of unique analytical methods (including researching projects via literature and internet)Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriateRead, understand, and follow the direction of analytical procedures (client and compendial) and internal SOPsUtilize appropriate resources for information when developing analytical methodsManage projects and discuss projects with clients when necessaryPerform laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory techniques, and high degree of accuracy and precisionOperate and maintain laboratory equipment, understand principles (theory) of laboratory instrumentationUnderstand and perform calculations as required by test methods (some derivation of equations may be required)Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, processing data, and report preparationLead projects and perform method development and validation utilizing a variety of analytical techniques, act as technical lead in conference calls with clientsTrain others in laboratory proceduresPerform laboratory maintenance, communicate with vendors and repair personnelWrite investigationsOvercheck developmental and investigational work performed by other analystsSelf-teach new analytical procedures and computer programsWrite new SOPs and update existing SOPs