Analytical Chemist

Job Title:

Analytical Chemist

Job Description

As an Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for migrations, extractables and leachables, impurity isolation, and identification and structural characterization studies. This role requires proficiency in LC-MS/MS and GC-MS within a GMP analytical laboratory involved with FDA testing. You will work with both pharmaceuticals and food packaging, and sample preparation skills are essential. Reviewing data for technical content and ensuring regulatory compliance will be key responsibilities.

Responsibilities

* Conduct migrations, extractables and leachables studies.

* Isolate and identify impurities and perform structural characterization.

* Utilize LC-MS/MS and GC-MS techniques proficiently.

* Work in a GMP analytical laboratory focused on FDA testing.

* Prepare samples for analysis with precision and accuracy.

* Collaborate on projects involving pharmaceuticals and food packaging.

* Review and verify data for technical content and regulatory compliance.

Essential Skills

* Proficiency in LC-MS/MS and GC-MS.

* Strong sample preparation skills.

* Experience in FDA compliance and GMP laboratory environments.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field.

* 2-4 years of experience in an analytical lab or equivalent.

* Experience with HPLC, GC, HPLC MS/MS, semi-prep chromatography, lyophilization.

* Knowledge of isolation and identification of impurities.

* Experience with migrations, extractables, and leachables.

Work Environment

The position is based in a laboratory environment where you will work with technologies such as LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and chromatography. It offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a high-level pharmaceutical company dealing with APIs. This role provides an excellent platform for professional growth within the pharma industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Painesville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

401K, medical, dental, vision, PTO, Vacation time

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Painesville,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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