Chemist

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision‑making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

Our ability to grow is driven by world‑class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

We are seeking a aChemist with 3–5 years of hands‑on laboratory experience to support pharmaceutical drug‑container interaction studies, analytical method development, and measurement science activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in wet chemistry, laboratory testing, experimental design, and data analysis within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related regulated environment.

This role will focus on evaluating drug‑container interactions, supporting molecule characterization, and performing specialized laboratory measurements. Experience with pharmaceutical packaging materials, container closure systems, or packaging engineering is highly desirable.

Conduct laboratory studies evaluating drug‑container interactions, with an emphasis on Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) surface adsorption.

Support analytical method development and testing activities related to Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT).

Perform wet chemistry experiments, sample preparation, analytical testing, and laboratory investigations.

Conduct Interfacial Tension (IFT) measurements to evaluate material and formulation interactions.

Perform Break Loose Glide Force (BLGF) testing to assess syringe and container system performance.

Support pharmaceutical molecule characterization and container closure compatibility studies.

Develop, execute, and document laboratory protocols, experiments, and technical reports.

Analyze, integrate, and interpret experimental data to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and support technical recommendations.

Prepare and deliver clear technical presentations summarizing laboratory results and study findings.

Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to support pharmaceutical development and packaging‑related initiatives.

Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.

3–5 years of hands‑on laboratory experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry.

Strong foundation in chemistry with demonstrated practical experience performing wet chemistry techniques and laboratory testing.

Experience with analytical testing, experimental design, sample preparation, and laboratory instrumentation.

Ability to independently execute laboratory experiments, troubleshoot testing challenges, and interpret results.

Strong analytical skills, including data analysis, integration, interpretation, and technical documentation.

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