CareerPlan

Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

United States - RemoteRemoteFull-time$170k2026-10-14 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Leading analytical development strategies for small molecule drug substances and products across the product lifecycle, including method development, validation, transfer, and GMP testing.

Role type

Principal Scientist, Analytical Development (hands-on IC with leadership)

Builds

GMP analytical methods, control strategies, and stability programs for small molecule CNS therapies

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Small molecule drug development

Required skills

Analytical chemistry, small molecule development, GMP compliance, impurity characterization, method validation, CRO/CMO management, regulatory submissions, stability programs

Preferred skills

PhD in Analytical Chemistry, experience with solid oral dosage forms, agile environment adaptability

Technologies

HPLC, GC, LC-MS, NMR, DSC, TGA, dissolution testing, stability chambers

Responsibilities

Lead analytical method development, qualification, validation, and transfer; Develop phase-appropriate analytical control strategies; Provide hands-on technical leadership for troubleshooting and investigations; Manage external CRO/CMO partners; Review and approve analytical documentation; Support regulatory submissions and commercialization readiness

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight