Catalent · 2 hours ago
Scientist 1, Analytical Development
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$78K/yr - $85K/yr
1+ years expCatalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), and Catalent’s San Diego facility focuses on early-stage development of small molecule and peptide drug candidates. The Scientist 1 in our Analytical Development group will independently plan and execute laboratory experiments and support the qualification of analytical test methods for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and drug products.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Perform and train others on a variety of analytical techniques including, but not necessarily limited to: analytical balances, pH meters, high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC/UPLC), UV/Vis spectroscopy, Gas Chromatography (GC), USP dissolution testing apparatus, moisture analysis by Karl Fischer, disintegration, Pion µdiss, DSC, TGA, PSD, PXRD, SEM, hardness, and friability testing
Develop cleaning verification methods and execution of excipient compatibility and forced degradation studies, under supervision
Troubleshoot and optimize analytical methods for characterization of drug products and intermediates
Perform qualification studies to determine if methods are suitable for transfer to Quality Control. Simple experimental design and execution will be performed independently. Complex design may need supervisor assistance
Data interpretation should be conducted with limited guidance. Individuals will be able to identify key factors from data and understand the importance of the findings. Clear and accurate record keeping in laboratory notebooks and some secondary review of other colleagues’ work for scientific accuracy and compliance
Increase in client interaction will be a focus. Individuals may lead discussions with clients on technical topics relating to their project
Individuals should have a good general foundation of scientific principles, chemistry concepts, and be proficient in core analytical scientific techniques, GMPs, and technical writing
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's of Science degree is required plus a minimum of one (1) year of analytical development experience
We will also accept a Master's of Science without any formal industry experience, but highly preferred to have two (2) years of experience in analytical development
The individual must have demonstrated proficiency in the qualification of analytical test methods for API, intermediates, and final drug products, particularly HPLC and UPLC stability-indicating assays, GC, dissolution methods, and water content methods
The individual should also have experience in physical characterization techniques such as TGA, DSC, PXRD, GVS, and SEM
The individual will be responsible for developing product-specific cleaning methods to support use of GMP manufacturing equipment
Physical Requirements: Individual needs to be accessible to lab and office staff and able to use required office equipment
Specific vision requirements include reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen frequently
Benefits
Awesome employee activities: Movie Day, Monthly Birthday Celebrations, Friday Bagel Breakfast, On-site Fitness Center with machines, Sponsored Sports Teams, and several other company-sponsored events that encourages positive employee comradery, which contributes to effectively building positive employee relationships, overall creating a positive work environment.
Environmentally friendly green initiatives with on-site practices as well as regularly participating in Beach Clean-up activities for community engagement.
Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process. Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on Diversity and Inclusion.
Competitive salary with bonus potential. Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual. Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
152 hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays.
Positive and fast-paced working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative and dynamic.
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WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness.
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Company
Catalent
Catalent - Blow-Fill-Seal Sterile CDMO Business is focusing on complex clinical to commercial stage formulation and manufacturing. It is a sub-organization of Catalent Pharma Solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-01-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Alessandro Maselli
President & Chief Executive Officer
Charles Lickfold
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
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