Associate Scientist - Analytical

The Opportunity

Avantor is looking for a dedicated Associate Scientist to optimize our Biopharma / R&D organization. This person will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists focused on the development of new products. They will work under supervision, in cross-functional teams, to address analytical challenges by using various analytical methodologies to define product quality, evaluate impurities profile and establish product specifications.

The successful applicant will have a broad background in the chemical sciences, hands-on experience, knowledge of wet chemistry/organic chemistry analytical techniques, and be curious to learn and adopt new skills. This is a full-time position onsite at our Bridgewater, NJ location.

• Conduct hands‑on analytical testing needed for product characterization, process optimization and product commercialization under the supervision of a Research Scientist.
• Interface with project teams to support projects objectives and assist in resolving customer complaints related to product/process performance issues.
• Support the development, validation and transfer of analytical methods to internal and external QC laboratories for cGMP/Compendia finished goods release testing and stability studies/shelf‑life determination.
• Maintain knowledge of cGMP, Compendia, FDA, ICH and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Participate in regular project check‑in meetings and adjust plan/activities based on feedback to meet project deadlines.
• Comply with all safety, environmental and quality policies, and procedures.
• Prepare reports, and data for publications and oral presentations to advance projects or resolve process/product issues and customer complaints.

Education:

MSc or BSc in organic/inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, chemical engineering and analytical chemistry or relevant scientific discipline.

• MSc degree with 3+ years of industrial hands‑on experience performing analytical method development, product/process development/characterization and technical problem‑solving activities preferred.
• BSc degree with 5+ years of relevant hands‑on experience performing analytical method.

• Hands‑on experience and knowledge with analytical techniques used in test method validation such as: HPLC/UPLC, GC‑FID, GC‑MS;
  Wet chemistry analytical techniques.
• Hands‑on knowledge of Empower, Mass Lynx, Chem Station, Open Lab and Mass Hunter Software is considered a plus.
• Strong competency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Word and Excel, Minitab, Excellent computer skills; ability to learn new systems (e.g. ).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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