Senior Analytical Scientist - Torrance, CA

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The Sr Analytical Scientist reports to the Senior Director, Quality Control.

JOB FUNCTION:

The Senior Analytical Scientist fulfills a critical role in active
pharmaceutical ingredient development and manufacturing operations. This
individual must develop and implement analytical test methods, plan and
execute method validations studies, write validation protocols, reports, and
other technical quality documents. This individual conducts or contributes
to investigations related to analytical methods. This individual must also
coordinate, execute and oversee impurity profiling and peptide
characterization projects. Additionally, this individual contributes to
advances in analytical capabilities for the Quality Control (QC) department
and to the development of all QC staff members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Execute method development and validation activities, which include:
Development and optimization of new and existing analytical methods for
in-process control and QC release/stability testing
Troubleshooting and investigation of poorly performing analytical methods
Development of methods for characterization of peptides, related substances,
and degradation products
Validation of in-process control and release/stability test methods in
accordance with appropriate regulatory guidelines, including forced
degradation and photostability studies
Conduct or contribute to out of specification (OOS), validation failure, and
other QC-initiated investigations related to analytical methods
Coordinate, execute and oversee impurity profiling and peptide
characterization projects for the establishment of specifications and in
support of regulatory CMC filings
Expand analytical capabilities of the QC department
Evaluate, recommend, and implement new analytical technologies and
instrumentation for peptide analysis and characterization
Provide training and guidance to QC staff members aimed at developing
technical capabilities

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Participate in GMP customer audits and regulatory agency inspections
2. Stay abreast of new developments in technologies for analysis and
characterization of peptides
3. Support QC release and stability testing on an as needed basis
4. Contribute to improvement in laboratory operations to increase
efficiency and GMP compliance

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

PhD in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION:

1. 5 or more years experience in peptide analytical chemistry
2. Broad knowledge of modern analytical chemistry
3. Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, MS, LC-MS

SKILLS:

1. Thorough understanding of peptides and their chemistry
2. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, set priorities,
and follow through on commitments
3. Team player with the ability to interact well with co-workers
4. Analytical thinker with the creativity to solve technical and
compliance problems
5. Enthusiasm and dedication
6. Detail oriented
7. Excellent English skills, both written and oral
8. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
9. Technical writing skills
10. Safe and proficient laboratory practice.
11. Extensive computer skills

If interested, please respond with resume, salary requirement, relocation
considerations and work authorization.

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