Scientist I, Analytical Development Laboratory

Description

Who is USP?

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,100 hardworking professionals across five global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.

Brief Job Overview

This is a non-supervisory, technical position in USP's Analytical Development Laboratory (ADL). In this role, the Scientist I will be responsible for support of the laboratory and working on projects related to the research, evaluation, development, and validation of procedures that directly support creation/revisions of monographs, general chapters, or other standards in various USP publications

How will YOU build impact here at USP?

This position will provide support of laboratory operations as well as assist with development of procedures to evaluate the identity, strength, and purity of small molecule drug substances, drug products, dietary supplements, food ingredients and excipients. The Scientist I should have some experience in analytical techniques, can identify issues, implement planned experiments, and provide input/suggestions on routine projects. The Scientist I is a hands-on role which requires most of the work in the laboratory.

Laboratory work [80%]

Assists with support of laboratory operations including instrument setup, maintenance, and performance evaluation

Ordering, log-in and inventory of lab supplies (chemicals, reagents, etc.)

Maintenance of chemical and instrument inventories and databases

Assists with lab clean-up, inspection and waste disposal

Working collaboratively and under supervision to evaluate, and validate HPLC procedures or other methodologies for the analysis of identification, assay and organic impurities for small molecule drug substances, drug products, dietary supplements, food ingredients and excipients

Performs experiments according to a plan and may plan routine procedures, collaboratively provides input and communicates the results with the development team

Routinely applies personal experience, academic training, and insights to identify and possibly solve technical problems

Collaborates in a team setting to achieve goals

Training, Cross-Collaboration and Continuous Learning [20%]

Conveys technical information in both written and oral form clearly and effectively

Demonstrates a strong desire to continue learning, and seeks opportunities to grow personal capability

May participate and/or presents at internal and external scientific meetings

May train staff in routine processes, techniques, and instrumentation

May recommend and implement new approaches or processes to improve laboratory operations

Who USP is Looking For?

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with team members, along with the following competencies and experience:

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field with two years of proven experience.

or

Master's degree in a scientific subject area.

In limited circumstances, an equivalent combination of training or special scientific accomplishments is acceptable in lieu of the years of proven experience.

Working knowledge, understanding, of chromatography analyses such as liquid (HPLC, UPLC) or gas chromatography (GC), as well as other general analytical chemistry principles and techniques

Additional Desired Preferences

Hands-on experience of separation analyses such as liquid (HPLC) gas chromatography (GC), IR, UV-Visible spectroscopy, or KF is a plus

Experience working in a fast-paced environment with dynamic priorities

Flexible and concurrent management of multiple assigned tasks

Experience working in the compendial, pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry is a plus.

Experience working in GLP or ISO-17025 regulated laboratories is a plus

Experience working with Empower chromatography software and Electronic Laboratory Notebook Software is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Benefits

USP provides you with the benefits you need to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off, comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial wellbeing is protected.

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (will apply to the selected candidate(s) hired:

As a condition of employment with the United States Pharmacopeial Convention's (USP) duty to provide and maintain a workplace free of known hazards, all employees and contingent staff hired after July 1st, 2021, must be fully present vaccinated unless a reasonable accommodation is approved. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work --from the standards we make to the partnerships and conversations we cultivate. An environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, personality, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Job Category Chemistry & Scientific Standards

Job Type Full-Time