Scientist III, Analytical Development Laboratory

USP / United States Pharmacopeia • Full-time • Rockville, MD, US • $85,500 - $111,250 / year • 6d ago

Description

Who is USP?

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,300 hard-working professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.

At USP, we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create, the partnerships we build, and the conversations we foster, we affirm the value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.

USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work—an environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity, and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Brief Job Overview

This is a non-supervisory, technical position in USP’s Analytical Development Laboratory (ADL). In this role, Scientist III is responsible for working on projects related to the research, evaluation, development, and validation of procedures that support USP’s products and services. The developed procedures evaluate the identity, strength, and purity primarily of small molecule/biologic drug substances and products, dietary supplements, food ingredients, and excipients. The Scientist III has experience in analytical techniques, specifically in chromatography, and can troubleshoot, and provide input on routine projects, while collaboratively drawing conclusions about the results with the project team. The Scientist III is a hands-on role that requires most of the work in the laboratory. This is a full time position.

How will YOU create impact here at USP?

In this role at USP, you contribute to USP's public health mission of increasing equitable access to high-quality, safe medicine and improving global health through public standards and related programs. In addition, as part of our commitment to our employees, Global, People, and Culture, in partnership with the Equity Office, regularly invests in the professional development of all people managers. This includes training in inclusive management styles and other competencies necessary to ensure engaged and productive work environments.

The Scientist III Has The Following Responsibilities

Laboratory work [80%]

Work independently, or with little guidance, to evaluate, develop, and validate chromatographic (i.e., HPLC, GC) procedures for the analysis of identification, assay, and organic impurities for small molecule/biologic drug substances and products, dietary supplements, food ingredients and excipients.
Plan and implement experiments, provide input on/draw conclusions, and clearly communicate the results with the project team.
Assess the submitted procedures based on the method verification work and support the review of the final draft of the procedure.
Routinely apply personal experience, academic training, and insights to address technical problems.
Collaborate in a team setting to achieve goals.

Training, Cross-Collaboration, and Continuous Learning [20%]

Demonstrate a strong desire to continue learning, and proactively seek opportunities to grow personal capability.
May participate and/or present at internal and external scientific/project meetings.
May train staff in processes, techniques, and instrumentation.
May recommend and implement creative approaches or processes to improve laboratory operations.

Who is USP Looking For?

The Successful Candidate Will Have a Demonstrated Understanding Of Our Mission, Commitment To Excellence Through Inclusive And Equitable Behaviors And Practices, Ability To Quickly Build Credibility With Stakeholders, Along With The Following Competencies And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field with seven (7) years of confirmed experience, or
Master’s degree in a scientific field with five (5) years of confirmed experience, or
Ph. D. degree in a scientific field.
Working knowledge, understanding, and hands-on experience with separation analyses such as liquid (HPLC, UPLC) and gas chromatography (GC), as well as other general chemistry principles and techniques.
In limited circumstances, an equivalent combination of training or special scientific accomplishments is acceptable in lieu of the years of relevant experience.

Additional Desired Preferences

Knowledge and hands-on experience of small molecule/biologic/natural product analysis by spectroscopic techniques (IR, UV-Vis), LC-MS and/or GC-MS is a plus.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multi-layered priorities.
Flexible and concurrent management of multiple tasks.
Experience working in the compendial, pharmaceutical, chemical and/or biotechnology industry.
Experience working in GLP or ISO-17025 regulated laboratories is a plus.
Experience working with Empower chromatography software and Electronic Laboratory Notebook Software is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Benefits

USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: USD $85,500.00 – $111,250.00 annually.

Target Annual Bonus: 13% Varies based on level of role.

Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate’s skill set, experience, qualifications, equity, and other job-related reasons.

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Job Category Chemistry & Scientific Standards

Job Type Full-Time