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USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence, United States of America
Onsite
Job Title: Senior Scientist, Analytical Projects - Device, Particle Size and XRPD
Job Purpose:
You will join Analytical Projects focused on device, particle size, and X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD). You will design and run analytical experiments, develop methods, and interpret data to support product development and technical decisions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including formulation, engineering, quality, and external partners. We value clear communication, curiosity, and practical problem solving. This role offers growth, meaningful impact, and the chance to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and validate analytical methods for device characterization, particle sizing, and XRPD analysis.
Plan and perform experiments, collect high-quality data, and interpret results to inform project decisions.
Troubleshoot instrumentation and method challenges and propose practical, evidence-based solutions.
Prepare clear technical reports, maintain accurate laboratory records, and present findings to project teams.
Support root cause investigations and cross-functional projects to resolve technical issues.
Mentor junior colleagues, share best practices, and contribute to continual improvement of lab workflows.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear reporting and teamwork.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry, materials science, pharmaceutical sciences, or related discipline plus minimum 3 years of relevant laboratory experience; or Master’s degree with minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
Experience with analytical instrumentation and data collection, such as PSD, XPRD.
Experience operating and maintaining laboratory instruments and performing method validation.
Experience with data integrity, safety, and good laboratory practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s or PhD in a relevant discipline.
Experience with device testing and characterization (e.g., inhalation devices, delivery systems, or related hardware).
Familiarity with microscopy, surface area analysis, or related solid-state characterization methods.
Experience in regulated environments or working with quality systems.
Practical knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
Prior experience mentoring or training junior team members.
Work Arrangements:
This role offers a hybrid working model, with a mix of on-site and remote work. Remote or fully home-working arrangements are not available for this role.
Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
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