Associate Scientist - Biopharm HPLC

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

PPD Laboratories offer the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our services accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines, allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As an Associate Scientist, you will use state-of-the-art technologies to perform high-quality sample testing for key pharmaceutical clients across the industry. Your sample preparation and sample analysis skills are an integral piece in helping PPD accomplish our goal of helping bring life-changing therapies to market.

Responsibilities:

Problem solving with assistance pertaining to extraction and/or instrumentation problems

Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory procedures and guidelines

Manages QC/QA responsibilities without supervisor or QA input

Communicates project status to project leaders

Performs work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner

Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements prior to submission to QA and issuance to customers

Grow your career within the scientific ladder, pursue project management, or develop into a leader. These are just a few career pathways available once you become a part of the PPD team.

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.

To learn how PPD can advance your career, apply now!

What To Expect Next

We look forward to receiving your application. A member of our talent acquisition team will review your qualifications and if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.

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

PPD Laboratories offer the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our services accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines, allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As an Associate Scientist, you will use state-of-the-art technologies to perform high-quality sample testing for key pharmaceutical clients across the industry. Your sample preparation and sample analysis skills are an integral piece in helping PPD accomplish our goal of helping bring life-changing therapies to market.

Responsibilities:

Problem solving with assistance pertaining to extraction and/or instrumentation problems

Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory procedures and guidelines

Manages QC/QA responsibilities without supervisor or QA input

Communicates project status to project leaders

Performs work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner

Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements prior to submission to QA and issuance to customers

Grow your career within the scientific ladder, pursue project management, or develop into a leader. These are just a few career pathways available once you become a part of the PPD team.

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.

To learn how PPD can advance your career, apply now!

What To Expect Next

We look forward to receiving your application. A member of our talent acquisition team will review your qualifications and if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic/vocational qualificationPrevious experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 1 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of applicable regulatory authority, compendia and ICH guidelinesBiopharm HPLC and/or ELISA experience preferred.

Ability to understand and independently apply GMPs and /or GLPs to everyday work with regard to documentation and instrument useAbility to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasksAbility to independently optimize analytical methodsGood written and oral communication skillsTime management and project management skillsProblem solving and troubleshooting abilitiesAbility to work in a collaborative work environment with a team

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 mannerAble to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hoursAble to lift and move objects up to 25 poundsAble to work in non-traditional work environmentsAble to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiencyMay have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environmentsAble to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

Qualifications

Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic/vocational qualificationPrevious experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 1 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of applicable regulatory authority, compendia and ICH guidelinesBiopharm HPLC and/or ELISA experience preferred.

Ability to understand and independently apply GMPs and /or GLPs to everyday work with regard to documentation and instrument useAbility to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasksAbility to independently optimize analytical methodsGood written and oral communication skillsTime management and project management skillsProblem solving and troubleshooting abilitiesAbility to work in a collaborative work environment with a team

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 mannerAble to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hoursAble to lift and move objects up to 25 poundsAble to work in non-traditional work environmentsAble to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiencyMay have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environmentsAble to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities