Scientist (Small Molecules)
SGS North America Inc.

Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than94,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

The Scientist (Small Molecules) is responsible for performing analytical testing and analysis of biopharmaceutical drug substances, drug products, and raw materials, as well as assisting other scientists in the completion of their tasks. You will conceive, implement, and analyzeexperiments to produce data independently. This position presents the employee with an opportunity to play a key customer service role in the company while simultaneously learning the technical skills required to advance in the field of pharmaceutical analysis.

• Perform analytical studies utilizing GCMS and LCMS in a fast-paced leading Contract Research Organization
• Perform various tasks in support of laboratory operation and maintenance
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation required for cGMP analyses
• Lead or assist with complex analytical studies, including study design and execution
• Prepare chemical solutions and perform detailed and complex analytical procedures (e.g., extractions, purifications, evaporations, derivatizations, etc.) following SOP's and established test protocols
• Method development and validation of LCMS and/or GCMS methods
• Interpretation of quantitative and qualitative mass spectrometric data
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to meet all necessary regulatory requirements
• Liaise with clients to discuss analytical requirements and results

• Masters degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent
• 5 years experience in Analytical Chemistry and GCMS and/or LCMS
• Have hands-on experience with running HPLC, GC, and mass spectrometry instruments. Industry cGMP experience a plus
• Familiarity with method validation guidelines
• Experience in mass spectrometric interpretation and/or structure elucidation
• Experience in high resolution mass spectrometric analysis a plus
• Experience with E&L testing or mass spectrometric screening studies a plus

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent
• Experience inAnalytical Chemistry and GCMS and/or LCMS specifically