Experienced Analytical Chemist Job at Pace, Oakdale, MN

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  • Pace
  • Oakdale, MN

Job Description

Shift:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

The PLS Scientist II at Pace Analytical Life Sciences, LLC is responsible for performing a variety of complex laboratory analyses, studies, and method development activities in a GxP regulated environment. This role contributes to the development and validation of analytical methods, executes testing plans, and interprets data to support pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical product development and quality control.

Compensation: $75,000.00 -$85,000.00 per year

Job Responsibilities**

* Execute complex analytical testing including but not limited to HPLC, GC, LC-MS, dissolution, spectroscopy (UV/Vis, FTIR), and wet chemistry techniques, following established SOPs and GxP guidelines.
* Conduct method development, optimization, and validation activities for various analytical methods, ensuring suitability for intended purpose and compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Analyze and interpret data, troubleshoot analytical issues, and provide clear, concise reports and summaries of experimental results.
* Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instrumentation, ensuring proper functioning and adherence to preventative maintenance schedules.
* Document all experimental procedures, observations, and results accurately and thoroughly in laboratory notebooks and LIMS systems.
* Participate in the investigation of out-of-specification (OOS) and out-of-trend (OOT) results, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
* Contribute to the drafting and revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test methods, and validation protocols.
* Work collaboratively with project teams, providing scientific expertise and support to achieve project goals and timelines.
* Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, GxP standards, and internal quality policies.
* Provide training and mentorship to junior scientists and laboratory personnel as needed.

Job Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field with 3-5 years of relevant experience in a GxP regulated laboratory environment; or a Master's degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
* Proven hands-on experience with a variety of analytical techniques, including advanced chromatography (HPLC, GC) and mass spectrometry (LC-MS).
* Strong understanding of GxP (GLP/GMP) regulations and their application in a laboratory setting.
* Experience in analytical method development, optimization, and validation is highly desirable.
* Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and technical report writing.
* Familiarity with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) and other laboratory software.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits
When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work

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