Chemist

Job Description

Chemist I in Albuquerque, NM

Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives

Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with over 30 years of experience partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to provide life‑saving treatments to patients. At Curia, we are on a mission to advance our customers’ therapies from curiosity to cure and ultimately to improve patients’ lives.

• Generous benefit options (eligible first day of employment)
• Paid training, vacation and holidays (vacation accrual begins on first day of employment)
• Career advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement
• 401K program with matching contributions
• Learning platform
• And more!

The Chemist I supports the Chemistry Department in providing analytical testing and technical services to internal manufacturing teams and external customers. Responsibilities include performing routine testing of raw materials, in‑process, finished product, stability, water, and particulate samples using standard laboratory equipment such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, and TOC analyzers. The Chemist I ensures accurate documentation, executes protocols, summarizes data, and contributes to method transfers and new product onboarding.

This role also assists with equipment maintenance, data entry, SOP reviews, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Chemist I participates in training, cross‑functional collaboration, and maintains a state of audit readiness, including aseptic gowning and adherence to DEA clearance requirements where applicable.

• Perform routine analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, stability samples, plant water, and particulates in accordance with established procedures and test methods.
• Operate standard laboratory equipment such as pH meters, balances, UV/Visible spectrophotometers, and Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analyzers.
• Accurately document all laboratory activities and results in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Execute testing protocols, participate in method transfers, and assist in the onboarding of new customer products.
• Interpret and summarize basic data sets and communicate findings to management.
• Enter test results and related data into applicable laboratory data management systems.
• Review and train on standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring alignment with current practices and regulatory expectations.
• Participate in internal and external training sessions related to laboratory techniques, regulatory requirements, and quality systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laboratory to ensure audit readiness and compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Support cross-training within the department and collaborate with other teams to meet production and testing schedules.
• Assist with the evaluation and implementation of new laboratory equipment or procedures.
• Follow aseptic gowning procedures and maintain DEA clearance as required to work with controlled substances.
• Adhere to all safety, regulatory, and company policies to ensure a compliant and safe working environment.
• Read/interpret SOPs to ensure compliance.
• Maintain up to date trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field of study.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in chemistry or related role, preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) years experience of aseptic/sterile experience in a pharmaceutical or related industry, preferred.

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities, yet it may involve mentoring, guiding, and advising.

The ideal candidate should have the ability to read and interpret various documents, such as safety instructions, standard operating procedures, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Additionally, they should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, along with effective presentation skills.

Proficient in executing arithmetic operations including addition, subtraction,…