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Senior Method Development Scientist
- Actalent (Raleigh, NC)
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Job Description
The Scientist will support the Quality Control Method Transfer and Validation team by performing method validation activities, including drafting protocols and reports, executing validation assays, conducting data analysis, and updating procedures. This role requires meticulous review of various reports and data in accordance with cGMP and data integrity principles. The Scientist will play a key role in ensuring the effective transfer and validation of analytical methods within the organization.
Responsibilities
+ Independently conceptualize, plan, and execute laboratory experiments.
+ Collaborate with colleagues and subject matter experts to determine suitable analytical methodologies for project initiatives, utilizing computational predictive tools, modeling software, and data visualization tools as necessary.
+ Lead and manage multiple projects, assisting teams in developing effective strategies for analytical needs and controls.
+ Engage with the method development team and participate in both in-process and final product sample analyses.
+ Author relevant sections of technical reports to support interdepartmental technology and method validation and transfer processes.
+ Prepare technical reports, critically review data, and evaluate new instrumentation and analytical techniques/approaches as required.
+ Independently analyze experimental data and provide conclusive insights.
+ Mentor junior scientists and offer technical guidance when necessary.
Essential Skills
+ Expertise in chemistry, method validation, and capillary electrophoresis.
+ BS with 10 years of industry experience, preferably in GMP; MS with 8 years of industry experience, preferably in GMP; or PhD with 4 years of industry experience.
+ GMP experience is essential, with 5+ years being ideal.
+ Extensive hands-on experience and strong experience in pharmaceutical method transfer, validation, and development of relevant assays.
+ Experience in troubleshooting assays and improving methods.
+ Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
+ Proficiency in molecular biology, HPLC, ELISA, CE-SDS, icIEF, and CE.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Proficiency in assay development, method validation, method development, and method transfer.
+ Familiarity with cGMP, quality control, LIMS, Waters HPLC, Maurice, capillary electrophoresis, PA 800, and chemistry plate-based assays.
Work Environment
This role is within a large pharmaceutical manufacturing organization focused on vaccine and mAb intermediate manufacturing. The team consists of five individuals dedicated to the project, working on a first shift schedule from Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work required on a rotating basis. The standard work hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM. The work environment is innovative and customer-oriented, emphasizing quality and the delivery of safe and effective products to patients.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/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 Raleigh,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 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.
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