Scientist IV, Analytical Development Lab

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 workan 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

The Scientist IV is a non-supervisory, technical position in USPs Analytical Development Laboratory directly reporting to a team lead or a lab manager. The scientist is responsible for working on projects related to the research, evaluation, development, and validation of procedures that directly support creation/revisions of monographs, general chapters, or other USP products and solutions related to small molecule and biologic drug substances/drug products, dietary supplements, food ingredients and excipients. The Scientist IV has experience in various analytical techniques, more specifically in chromatography and spectroscopy. The incumbent can troubleshoot, possibly guide, and provide input on difficult projects, while drawing independent conclusions about the results. This is an onsite hands-on position, which requires most of the work in the laboratory.

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 IV has the following responsibilities:

Laboratory work [80%]

• Work independently, or with little guidance, to evaluate, develop, and validate analytical procedures for the identification, assay and organic impurities analysis for small molecule and biologic drug substances/drug products, dietary supplements/botanicals, food ingredients and excipients.



• Strong understanding of LC-MS technical principles, hands-on experience operating LC-MS equipment and other chromatographic (HPLC, UPLC) techniques.



• Plan and implement experiments, provide input on/draw conclusions, and clearly communicate the results with the project team.



• Assess 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 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:

Scientist IV:

• Bachelors degree in a scientific field with ten (10) years of confirmed experience, or



• Masters degree in a scientific field with seven (7) years of confirmed experience, or



• Ph.D. degree in a scientific field with two (2) years of confirmed experience.



• Working knowledge, understanding, and hands-on experience with mass spectrometry methods (LC-MS and LC-MS/MS). Relevant experience with chromatography as well as other general analytical 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 performing omics (such as proteomics) analysis using advanced LC-MS instruments and software.



• Experience with quantitative LC-MS/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 and/or biotechnology industry is a plus.



• Experience working in GLP or ISO-17025 regulated laboratories are a plus.



• Experience working with Sciex LC/MSx, Agilent Openlab, Waters Empower 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 $98,375 $124,125 annually.

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

Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidates 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 contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Job Category Chemistry & Scientific Standards

Job Type Full-Time

Location: Rockville, MD, US

Posted Date: 11/27/2024