Associate Scientist II

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Summary (optional)

As a Stability Associate Scientist II for the Nutrition Solutions business, the position is accountable for:

• Effectively contributing solid technical knowledge to a variety Stability projects (NPD or SPO) with minimal assistance;

• Ensuring stability study initiation, study protocol and reports writing, results review and evaluation

• Displaying basic technical understanding of theories & practices related to solutions stability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities.  This section contains a list of five to eight primary responsibilities of the work.  The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.

• Participate in the development of stability programs: establish routine stability strategies in agreement with the technical leader, analytical leader and regulatory affairs. 
• Accurately assess results for validity and conformance to specifications. 
• Support lab sample preparations by participating in lab related investigations that correspond to atypical or out-of-specifications / out-of-trend test results. 
• Without assistance, make sound technical recommendations regarding project thar are more routine than not. 
• Maintain knowledge of relevant Quality System requirements and safety requirements while building knowledge of other regulatory requirements related to R&D (product development, design and safety) to ensure compliance in all research, data collection and reporting activities. 
• Employ appropriate techniques/methods to successfully and independently execute routine assignments within negotiated deadlines. 
• Have a working knowledge and understanding of GxP and related regulations and guidance. 
• Demonstrate ability to anticipate risks, issues and opportunities, work independently to make sound technical recommendations regarding projects, and collaborate with team to devise mitigations and solutions. 
• Contribute to technical feasibility analysis of complex research and design concepts. Coordinate and manage interactions with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of outsourced activities aligned with project objectives.

Qualifications.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  List knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. 

  N/A:  Intern or Co-op

Fluent in English (read, write, speak).

Possess relevant laboratory/technical/analytical, writing, and computer skills.

Effectively able to contribute on a project team.

Demonstrates flexibility and can shift gears comfortably.

Ability to objectively assess, organize, and clearly communicate complex information.

Interpret available information and make recommendations to resolve technical challenges.

Appropriately prioritize assignments to meet project schedules.

Education and/or Experience.  Include the education and/or experience that is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

  N/A:  Intern or Co-op

• Master’s in science: for instance, Analytical, Organic chemistry, Biochemistry, Bio-engineering, Pharma Science
• 6-10 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry, R&D, manufacturing…
• Demonstrate Quality and compliance-oriented accomplishments
• Possess basic understanding of analytical chemistry including theoretical knowledge and practical experience
• Knowledge of GLP and GMP is a must
• Fluent spoken, read, and written English is a must.
• Trackwise knowledge is an asset

Equal Employment Opportunity

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