Scientist

Job Title: Scientist, R&D (Analytical Development)

Location: Cary, IL (Hybrid)

Duration: 18-Month Contract (Potential for Extension/Conversion)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced R&D Scientist to support analytical method development activities for new product development initiatives within a highly regulated environment. This role will focus on developing, optimizing, validating, and troubleshooting analytical methods while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support product innovation and commercialization efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods using a variety of analytical instrumentation.
• Perform analytical testing and characterization of materials and products.
• Utilize techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, and other laboratory instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods, instrumentation, and laboratory processes.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and technical documentation.
• Author and revise SOPs, test methods, protocols, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, laboratory safety standards, and internal procedures.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders to support project objectives.
• Support analytical activities associated with New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in analytical chemistry, analytical development, or R&D laboratory environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• HPLC
• GC
• FTIR
• UV-Vis
• Other analytical instrumentation
• Proven experience developing and optimizing analytical methods.
• Experience working within a GMP-regulated environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with technical writing, SOP development, and laboratory documentation.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems.
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices.
• Experience supporting medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related regulated industries.