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Performs routine and some non-routine sample analyses, data and document review, and acts as a resource for less experienced analysts. Uses in-house standard operating procedures and pharmaceutical industry knowledge.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities\nIndependently develops and validates methods for the analysis of active pharmaceutical ingredients, raw materials, and finished products.\nUnder the guidance of senior scientists, participate in Analytical Development process review and development, including change controls, investigations, and department support initiatives.\nAssist other departments in analyzing samples, as requested and appropriately trained.\nParticipates in scientific discussions and brainstorming activities during the product development process.\nProvide troubleshooting, solutions and strategies for method issues and improvements for the QC lab.\nUse technical discretion and critical thinking in designing, executing, and interpreting experiments, drawing conclusions, and proposing future studies.\nParticipate in scientific conferences as appropriate.\nPerform equipment troubleshooting. Established as SME for an instrument. Propose new instrumentation and participate in URS, acquisition, and IQ/OQ process.\nServe as a subject matter expert (SME) and train others in areas of expertise. Maintains current technology and practices within the SME area.\nIndependently apply regulations for drugs and medical devices, including USP, ICH and FDA regulations for cGMP and GLP. Interpret regulatory guidance and provide suggestions for internal practice.\nLearn to train and coach others on specific tasks with appropriate management support.\nLearn to serve as a project lead with appropriate management support.\nServe as contact for vendors and contract laboratories. Responsible for the scientific merit, interpretation, review, and output of data from external partners.\nParticipate in Core Team/Technical Team meetings, provide analytical updates and technical issues, facilitate problem-solving technical discussions, and provide FMEA to TPRC/IPRC.\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities\nMastered all key routine lab analysis techniques, including wet chemistry and chromatography methods.\nIndependently studies and analyzes results to draw scientific conclusions.\nMaintain and review laboratory notebooks according to applicable cGMP or R&D standards and in-house SOPs.\nRecord detailed observations. Tabulate, analyze, and interpret data from analytical tests with appropriate supervision.\nCompliance with FDA, DEA, cGMP regulations, in-house SOPs, and EH&S policies.\nConsider company and project budgets when requesting reagents and consumables.\nProficient in error-free writing and reviewing of technical reports, summaries, protocols, test methods, and SOPs.\nExcellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.\nServe as SME (instrumentation, methodology, guidance) and train others in area of expertise.\nKnowledge of regulations for drugs and medical devices. Can independently apply regulations during development.\nIndependently apply statistics for analytical chemistry, data trending, OOS data, and method development/validation.\nUnderstand and select appropriate analytical instrumentation to solve technical problems.\nFosters an environment of safety and company core values.\nCore Values\nThis position is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:\nCenter on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients and treat our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together with an enterprise-wide mindset that lifts the whole organization.\nAre Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.\nAct Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.\nConstantly Improve: We are committed to a proactive, collaborative effort to enhance our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and improving quality. We strive to be innovative, embracing calculated risk-taking that drives better ways of working.\nAre Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.\nEducation & Experience\nBS or MS in Chemistry or related field; PhD acceptable\n6+ years with BS; 4+ years with MS; 2+ years with PhD with 2+ years of relevant industry experience\nWorking Conditions\nOffice, laboratory, and pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. Will be exposed to solvents, biohazardous materials, hazardous waste, and pharmaceuticals.\nWork may require lifting objects up to 25 lbs. and the use of a respirator.\nSome travel may be required.\nCompensation and Benefits\nAnnual pay range $92,000 - $105,000\nBenefits information: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits \nTolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.\nTolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. 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