Scientist - Plate Based

The Scientist will support the Quality Control Method Transfer and Validation team by conducting method validation activities, including drafting protocols and reports, executing validation assays, and performing data analysis and procedural updates. Responsibilities also include reviewing reports and data in accordance with cGMP and data integrity principles.

Responsibilities

• Independently conceptualize, plan, and execute laboratory experiments.
• Collaborate with colleagues and subject matter experts to determine suitable analytical methodologies for project initiatives.
• 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.
• Independently analyze experimental data and provide conclusive insights.
• Mentor junior scientists and offer technical guidance when required.
• Support the technical leads and the Sr. Scientist with project activities to meet deadlines.

• GMP
• Anthrone
• Spectramax
• ELISA
• Bachelors, Masters or PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry with applicable relevant experience
• Industry experience in independently executing laboratory assays, drafting protocol deviations under supervision, and performing data reviews

• Assay development
• Method validation
• Method development
• Method transfer
• cGMP
• Quality control
• LIMS
• Immunoassays

This role is within a large pharmaceutical manufacturing organization focused on vaccine and mAb intermediate manufacturing. The position is based in an office and lab environment. The work schedule is 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work required on a rotating basis. The standard hours are 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sanford, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 Sanford,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.

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