Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee both routine and complex laboratory experiments and procedures while ensuring adherence to all relevant regulatory standards (e.g., DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD).
• Develop new methods and procedures to solve technical challenges and improve operational efficiency.
• Act as a technical subject matter expert for internal teams and external partners.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting on laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Conduct research studies focused on chemical behavior, stability, and environmental impact.
• Analyze complex datasets, review and verify the work of colleagues, and prepare detailed technical reports, SOPs, and documentation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned studies or projects.
• Collaborate with business development teams to evaluate potential projects and upcoming study opportunities.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while providing guidance, oversight, and technical direction to other scientific staff.
• Potentially serve as a Study Director, ensuring GLP compliance for assigned projects.
• Partner with scientific team members to discuss research findings and prepare technical papers or reports.
• Train junior staff on laboratory techniques, procedures, and best practices.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate brings:

• Strong scientific reasoning, organizational skills, and proficiency with computer-based tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, along with adaptability, self-motivation, and a positive attitude.
• Capacity to learn new techniques quickly, manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and follow all policies and procedures.

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• Experience working in a laboratory environment is required.
• Prior GLP study director experience or project management exposure is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences) and at least five years of directly applicable experience.
• A Master’s degree with three years of relevant experience may substitute for the bachelor’s requirement.
• A PhD in a related discipline may substitute for both degree and experience requirements.
• In exceptional cases, substantial demonstrated competence in the field may serve as a substitute for formal education.

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