Senior Research Scientist - Small Molecule , Method Development , HPLC , Empower

Submission for the position: Senior Research Scientist - Small Molecule , Method Development , HPLC , Empower - (Job Number: 185833)

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PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health.

PPD Laboratories offers the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry and continues to deliver innovative solutions to our clients through our collaborative approach, including PPD Laboratories FSP. PPD Laboratories FSP is a unique partnership that allows our clients to leverage the experience of our PPD staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits/advantages of being a part of PPD.

As a Senior Research Scientist, you will work onsite at the client lab facility based in Cambridge, MA using state-of-the-art technologies to help drive cutting-edge analytical support and technology development impacting pharmaceutical science product development. You will work cross-functionally as you use analytical science to help drive efficient development and understanding of processes and products.

Additional responsibilities for the role on site at a major biopharmaceutical company: Design and perform method development and sample analysis for small molecule Drug Substance (DS) and Drug Product (DP) programs from pre-clinical to Phase 3 development Author and/or review analytical protocols and technical reports Manage the daily activities of laboratory-based Scientists Participate in general laboratory management, including instrument installation/qualification, general laboratory housekeeping, laboratory logbook and training maintenance

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. It's not just talk, our award-winning training programs speak for themselves.

Join PPD in our relentless pursuit of excellence – apply now!

In labs and health care facilities worldwide – HERE WE ARE

PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health.

PPD Laboratories offers the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry and continues to deliver innovative solutions to our clients through our collaborative approach, including PPD Laboratories FSP. PPD Laboratories FSP is a unique partnership that allows our clients to leverage the experience of our PPD staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits/advantages of being a part of PPD.

As a Senior Research Scientist, you will work onsite at the client lab facility based in Cambridge, MA using state-of-the-art technologies to help drive cutting-edge analytical support and technology development impacting pharmaceutical science product development. You will work cross-functionally as you use analytical science to help drive efficient development and understanding of processes and products.

Additional responsibilities for the role on site at a major biopharmaceutical company: Design and perform method development and sample analysis for small molecule Drug Substance (DS) and Drug Product (DP) programs from pre-clinical to Phase 3 development Author and/or review analytical protocols and technical reports Manage the daily activities of laboratory-based Scientists Participate in general laboratory management, including instrument installation/qualification, general laboratory housekeeping, laboratory logbook and training maintenance

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. It's not just talk, our award-winning training programs speak for themselves.

Join PPD in our relentless pursuit of excellence – apply now!

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 10 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

OR Master’s degree and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 8 year) OR PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Physical or related field and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 6 year)

In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Hands-on experience in small molecule in support of process development/scale up activities and formulation development Demonstrated knowledge of multiple applicable techniques such as: HPLC, GC toward stability indicating method development (assay/content uniformity/impurity method), MS and NMR, Dissolution Testing, Karl Fischer Working knowledge of Empower, Open Lab, and ELN Ability to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigations Proficiency on technical operating systems Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities Proven ability in technical writing skills Time management and project management skills Good written and oral communication skills Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team Ability to train junior staff

Working Environment:  

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive.  Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:  Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.  Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.   Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds   Able to work in non-traditional work environments.   Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.   May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.  Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. 

PPD Defining Principles: 

- We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust - We are gamechangers - We do the right thing - We are one PPD - 

If you resonate with our five principles above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we’d love to hear from you

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Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 10 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

OR Master’s degree and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 8 year) OR PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Physical or related field and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 6 year)

In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Hands-on experience in small molecule in support of process development/scale up activities and formulation development Demonstrated knowledge of multiple applicable techniques such as: HPLC, GC toward stability indicating method development (assay/content uniformity/impurity method), MS and NMR, Dissolution Testing, Karl Fischer Working knowledge of Empower, Open Lab, and ELN Ability to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigations Proficiency on technical operating systems Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities Proven ability in technical writing skills Time management and project management skills Good written and oral communication skills Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team Ability to train junior staff

Working Environment:  

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive.  Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:  Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.  Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.   Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds   Able to work in non-traditional work environments.   Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.   May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.  Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. 

PPD Defining Principles: 

- We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust - We are gamechangers - We do the right thing - We are one PPD - 

If you resonate with our five principles above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we’d love to hear from you

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Submission for the position: Senior Research Scientist - Small Molecule , Method Development , HPLC , Empower - (Job Number: 185833)