Scientist, Analysis Review

Scientist, Analysis Review

When joining Perkin Elmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and One Source services.

Location(s):
Altria (East Jackson St, Richmond) - Customer Site VA

Job Description

Summary:

The Scientist, Analysis Review serves as a technical reviewer responsible for ensuring analytical data generated across multiple laboratory disciplines meet applicable scientific, regulatory, and quality requirements. As part of an End-to-End (E2E) Laboratory Modernization Program, this role supports laboratory operations through independent review and verification of analytical results generated using chromatography, mass spectrometry, dissolution, aerosol, and physical testing methodologies. The Scientist works closely with laboratory personnel, quality teams, and clients to ensure data integrity, timely reporting, and compliance with established procedures and ISO 17025 quality standards.

The Scientist performs the activities above with significant autonomy and technical leadership, serving as a technical resource for less experienced staff.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform technical review of analytical data generated from chromatography, mass spectrometry, dissolution, aerosol, and physical testing laboratories.
• Evaluate chromatographic integrations, calculations, quality control results, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
• Verify compliance with laboratory procedures, ISO 17025 requirements, and applicable regulatory expectations.
• Support investigations involving out-of-specification, out-of-trend, and atypical results.
• Participate in deviation assessments, corrective action activities, and root cause investigations.
• Review laboratory notebooks, electronic records, and LIMS entries to ensure completeness and traceability.
• Support method validation and technology transfer activities by providing technical review and data assessment.
• Collaborate with laboratory scientists, quality personnel, and clients to ensure timely delivery of high-quality analytical results.
• Identify opportunities to improve data review processes and laboratory efficiency.
• Maintain training and compliance in health, safety, environmental, and operational requirements.

Critical

Skills:

• Strong analytical reasoning and technical problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to review and interpret chromatographic and analytical data.
• Understanding of data integrity principles and quality systems.
• Familiarity with chromatography, mass spectrometry, dissolution, aerosol, and physical testing methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail and technical writing skills.
• Ability to investigate out-of-specification and atypical results.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related scientific discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• OR Master's degree in a related discipline with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• OR PhD in a related discipline with 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve complex problems, and provide technical leadership.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of mentoring junior staff and managing complex priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing analytical data review in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with chromatography data systems and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Experience supporting investigations, CAPA activities, and deviation assessments.
• Experience working in ISO 17025, GLP, GMP, or FDA-regulated laboratories.
• Experience supporting method validation and technology transfer programs.
• Knowledge of tobacco, nicotine, pharmaceutical, or consumer product testing.

Working Environment:

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