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Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Principal Analytical Chemist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a leading CDMO in Boulder, CO. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries.

**Workplace:** Onsite in Boulder, CO

**Position Title:** Principal Analytical Chemist

**Position Type:** Contract-to-hire

**Pay rate:** $50-65 per hour

**Company:** Kelly® Science & Clinical

Analytical Chemistry Leader – Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization

A leading global CDMO is seeking an accomplished Analytical Chemist to drive innovation and excellence in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing. Join an international network dedicated to advancing specialty APIs, excipients, drug products, and packaging—all with a focus on improving patient outcomes.

Position Summary

Lead analytical R&D efforts to optimize manufacturing processes, deliver clinical trial batches, and develop new methodologies. Influence project results from conception to implementation using your expertise in analytical and organic chemistry.

Responsibilities

+ Lead multi-disciplinary teams in technology transfer and development projects.

+ Design and advance analytical chemistry methods and process improvements.

+ Develop and validate analytical techniques at the process scale.

+ Support the formulation of R&D proposals, project plans, and budgeting.

+ Author protocols, reports, and regulatory documentation.

+ Evaluate and implement new analytical technologies for process enhancement.

+ Analyze raw materials, intermediates, and drug substances for clinical registration and in-house use.

+ Define analytical specifications for materials and product control.

+ Collaborate on site-based process troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

+ Mentor and manage direct reports in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

+ Maintain rigorous documentation and compliance with industry standards and GLP.

+ Champion safety and environmental stewardship in all activities.

Qualifications

+ PhD in Chemistry plus 3 years relevant experience; or bachelor’s/master’s degree with 7+ years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Track record of innovation in analytical chemistry and process improvement in a GMP-regulated setting.

Why Join Us?

If your qualifications align with the requirements of this role, we invite you to apply and take the next step in your career journey. Rest assured, even if this opportunity isn't the perfect match, your profile will remain within our network, ensuring you're connected to a wealth of future opportunities in the field of science and clinical research.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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