Research Scientist - GCMS/Development
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Research Scientist - GCMS/Development
Job Description
Conducts and provides technical mentorship on scientific method development and validation projects and/or other specialty technologies studies OR performs troubleshooting for own and others instruments, methods, procedures, and in writing protocols and reports. Designs and implements method development/validation and/or extractable/leachable studies independently and interprets and reviews analytical data for self and others OR designs and performs multiple stability and inhalation procedures as well as assists others in performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on multiple instruments (GC, ICP-MS, LC/MS, GC/MS etc.) and multiple detection techniques (UV, FL, CAD, ELSD, IC etc.), methods and procedures. Routinely acts as the technical project leader for multiple projects, provide updates, reviews and evaluates data, writes reports and protocols.
- Department: Extractables and Leachables
- Location: Middleton, WI
A day in the Life
- Strong background and experience with GCMS (Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry) instrumentation in theory and practice
- Teach analysts appropriate care and usage of GCMS systems
- Develop and carry out analytical chemistry experiments to support research projects by determining effective strategies.
- Perform data analysis and interpretation to draw meaningful conclusions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully implement new technologies and processes.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior team members.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in analytical chemistry.
- Strictly adhere to safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Who are we looking for?
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
- Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to BS degree plus 8+ years' of experience or MS plus 7+ years' of experience, or PhD plus 4+ years' of experience).
In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- GMP experience
- Full understanding of laboratory requirements, SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance
- Full knowledge of technical operating systems
- Ability to independently optimize analytical methods
- Ability to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigations
- Proven technical writing skills
- Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Effective written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skills
- Time management and project management skills
- Ability to mentor others on technical operating systems
- Ability to independently review and understand project proposals/plans
- Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
Work Schedule
- First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
- Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
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