Analytical R&D Scientist

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As the Analytical R&D Scientist, you will independently execute development of analytical methods and improve existing ones to support API development program for Sterling facilities. This requires skills and knowledge in handling, analyzing and characterizing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and related organic molecules, and hands‑on experience in analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, etc. You will draft analytical development reports, devise and execute validation protocols for analytical methods, perform and review data analysis, and ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

• Assist in designing and executing non‑routine experiments with supervision.
• Analyze data/results, interpret outcomes, and propose follow‑up actions with supervision.
• Perform literature searches and extract relevant information from published protocols and journals.
• Maintain and troubleshoot analytical equipment with supervision.
• Manage various aspects of analytical projects with minimal supervision of AR&D Supervisor/Manager.
• Provide project updates to internal and external customers.
• Write medium‑complexity project documentation (analytical test methods, developmental reports, protocols) with minimal supervisor input.
• Coordinate activities at contract chemical and analytical laboratories, as required.
• Embody company values: be reliable, be caring, be transparent, be willing.

• Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry or related field with 9+ years of experience.
• Master’s degree in analytical chemistry or related field with minimum 3+ years of industrial experience.
• Doctoral degree in analytical chemistry or related field with 0–2 years of industrial experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry or related field with 3‑5 years of experience, or Master’s degree in analytical chemistry or related field with 0–2 years of industrial experience.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, bonus program, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, 24/7 employee assistance program, flexible work hours, and career training and development opportunities.

Germantown, WI, a vibrant city northwest of Milwaukee in Southeast Wisconsin. A great place to live, work and raise a family with a diverse cultural scene.

Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with over 50 years of experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and providing antibody drug conjugate (ADC) research and development bioconjugation services. We are a fast‑growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, Europe and the US, employing more than 1 300 talented and passionate people who help bring new medicines to market.

Our culture values outstanding service, teamwork, and first‑class science.

Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Quality Assurance, Research, and Science

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing