Scientist

Job Title: Scientist I

Job Description

The Scientist I will be working under the supervision of the Pharma QC Lab Supervisor and will be responsible for non-routine method development and validation, routine analysis and testing, equipment calibration and maintenance, and routine product release sample analysis and stability analysis. The role requires troubleshooting complex equipment issues, multi-tasking, and adhering to SOPs. Responsibilities include performing development and analytical validation/verification activities per USP and ICH criteria, validating HPLC, GC and dissolution methods, generating protocols and reports, new equipment validation, completing testing following in-house procedures, suggesting improvements to current testing, organizing and prioritizing testing workload, verifying work performed by other analysts, preparing documents for FDA submissions, conducting routine OOT/OOS investigations, performing trending activity, updating/revising SOPs, and routine laboratory maintenance. Other duties as assigned.

Hard Skills

• Document Control

• Regulatory Affairs

• Method development and validation of HPLC/GC/Dissolution methods

• Data analysis and interpretation

• Software tools

Soft Skills

• Excellent organizational skills

• Attention-to-detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and in a team

• Adaptability and flexibility

• Ability to multi-task and self-start

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 9 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa.

Work Environment

The role operates in a typical testing/laboratory environment with a usual noise level. Work hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with flexibility on start time between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM depending on candidate preferences. The team includes a variety of Tech I - Tech III's and is supervised by long-term experienced managers. The position involves lifting up to 35lbs occasionally, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, standing for extended periods, performing repetitive motions, and wearing personal safety protection.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.

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