Associate Scientist - Analytical Development

Yoh is hiring an Associate Scientist, Analytics – Product Development for our pharmaceutical client in Corona, CA. In this role, you will support Product Development and R&D programs focused on the development and approval of generic drug products for U.S. and international markets. The Associate Scientist will perform routine analytical testing, assist with method development and validation activities, maintain laboratory documentation, and support laboratory equipment and Quality Systems under the guidance of senior scientists.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist to develop hands-on pharmaceutical R&D experience with analytical techniques and instrumentation including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Karl Fischer.

Industry: Pharmaceutical / Product Development

Location: Corona, CA

Compensation: $50k - $60K

Type: Direct Hire

• Perform routine analytical testing under the direction and supervision of senior scientific personnel.
• Test raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples using established compendial and non-compendial methods.
• Assist with analytical method development, evaluation, validation, verification, and method transfer activities.
• Perform analytical techniques including wet chemistry, spectrometry, chromatography, and physical testing.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, balances, and other analytical equipment following established procedures.
• Prepare samples, standards, reagents, and solutions required for analytical testing.
• Accurately document laboratory testing in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), company procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Record, analyze, and communicate analytical results to senior scientists and management.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of study plans, protocols, and reports.
• Support preparation of technical documentation, including SOPs, analytical methods, validation documentation, and method transfer documentation.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, instrument logbooks, and other required records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and data integrity.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, calibration, qualification, and routine monitoring of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
• Support laboratory Quality Systems, including sample, standard, and reagent management.
• Assist with monitoring stability chambers and controlled-environment storage equipment.
• Prepare sample and standard reconciliation documentation and other laboratory reports as required.
• Support QC data management activities, including data entry, data review, and control charting.
• Collaborate with Product Development and other cross-functional team members to support project timelines and analytical testing requirements.
• Provide timely analytical support for R&D activities associated with the development of generic pharmaceutical products for U.S. and international markets.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, safety requirements, Quality Systems, and compliance programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, including proper cleaning and storage of laboratory equipment and glassware.
• Perform additional laboratory responsibilities as assigned by management.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, or another related scientific discipline required.
• Entry level to two (2) years of laboratory experience; pharmaceutical, academic, internship, or related analytical laboratory experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of analytical chemistry principles and laboratory techniques.
• Academic or professional hands-on experience with analytical…