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Scientist Group Leader

Devens, MA, us💼 Full-time💰 $84,000–$94,000🗓 2026-07-30 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the design, development, and execution of analytical methods for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) including traditional synthetic molecules and peptides.

Role type

Senior IC analytical scientist (API development)

Builds

Analytical procedures and specifications for API development and manufacture

Domain

Pharmaceutical industry, analytical chemistry

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

HPLC/UPLC, GC, IC, LC-MS, GC-MS, NMR, ICP-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, particle size analysis, water content analysis, method qualification, validation, GMP compliance, regulatory audit participation

Preferred skills

Leadership experience, Process Development of APIs

Technologies

HPLC, UPLC, GC, IC, LC-MS, GC-MS, NMR, ICP-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, XRPD, KF

Responsibilities

Lead design and execution of phase-appropriate analytical methods in compliance with ICH and Health Authority guidelines; Perform release and stability testing on starting materials, intermediates, and APIs; Author and review technical documents including method qualification/validation/transfer protocols; Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation; Contribute to audit readiness and participate in quality audits with FDA and other Regulatory Agencies; Ensure work compliance with state and federal regulations including GMP and DEA

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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