Analytical Chemist

Role: Analytical Chemist

Location: Utah, USA

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Analytical Chemist to support laboratory testing activities within a regulated pharmaceutical environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with analytical techniques, GMP documentation, and pharmaceutical testing to support product development, release, and stability programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished pharmaceutical products
• Execute testing using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Dissolution, Karl Fischer, and related methods
• Support method validation, verification, and transfer activities per ICH guidelines
• Conduct stability testing and maintain stability chambers as required
• Prepare, review, and maintain GMP-compliant documentation, including test results, protocols, and reports
• Investigate OOS, OOT, and deviations, and support CAPA activities
• Follow SOPs, cGMP, FDA, and data integrity requirements
• Maintain laboratory instruments, logs, and calibration records
• Support audits and inspections as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related scientific discipline
• 2–5+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
• Strong hands-on experience with HPLC (mandatory)
• Working knowledge of cGMP, GLP, USP, ICH, and FDA regulations
• Experience with laboratory documentation and electronic systems (LIMS preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience with method development and validation
• Exposure to stability programs
• Experience with LC-MS or GC-MS
• Familiarity with regulatory inspections and audits