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Description

+ The Associate scientist role within the Microscopy and Spectroscopy Lab MSL team in Manufacturing Sciences and Technology MST group will be responsible for investigations involving the physical and chemical characterization and identification of materials such as unknown components or foreign matter in manufacturing processes for cell therapy products.

+ The role will also have responsibilities for investigating defective materials including but not limited to filters single-use bioprocess containers tubing and polymeric fittings.

Requirements:

+ Broad based experience in an area relevant to analytical and pharmaceutical chemistry with hands on exposure to state-of-the-art analytical technology such as microscopy spectroscopy FT-IR confocal Raman SEM/EDX UV Vis and NIR

+ Experience utilizing spectroscopic techniques including Raman Mid-IR Mass spectrometry and others for protein identification and characterization is highly desirable. Knowledge of protein / cell chemistry related to structure and function is a plus.

+ GMP regulations investigations particulate and foreign matter.

+ Bench experience in forensics investigational work or analytical chemistry preferred.

+ Excellent scientific analytical and troubleshooting skills

+ Experience with the use of Scientific Software including Spectral data processing hypercube spectral imaging and MS Word PowerPoint and Excel.

+ Has high level of initiative requires minimal direction/oversight.

+ Knowledge of cGMPs compendial and FDA regulations.

Education:

+ Required Bachelors in Forensic Science degree preferred Master's degree or related field with at least 5 years of experience

+ Experience using analytical instrumentation FTIR SEM/EDX Microscopes

Duties:

+ Microanalytical investigations involving the physical and chemical characterization and identification of materials related cell therapy products. This includes characterization of unknown components or foreign matter and/or the specialized analysis of reagents starting materials single-use consumables process intermediates and drug products.

+ Supporting day to day activities in the Microscopy and Spectroscopy lab including but not limited to replenishment of lab supplies analysis request distribution interfacing with Facilities and EHS.

+ Application of a wide variety of analytical testing techniques such as microscopy and spectroscopy techniques including UV/Vis FT-IR Raman NIR SEM/EDX particle sizing and counting and wet chemistry.

+ Application of spectroscopic techniques to identify and characterize cell-therapy based drug products and intermediates.

+ Provide timely and efficient technical support.

+ Write comprehensive technical reports to document all analytical improvement or investigation projects.

+ Perform laboratory work to support defective material and foreign matter assessments

+ Perform analytical troubleshooting to solve manufacturing-related problems.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $49.00 - $49.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Summit,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.