About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Associate Scientist, Analytical R&D role supports pharmaceutical analytical testing for drug product development. You will work under established procedures (USP/NF/EP and internal SOPs) to perform routine and non-routine analyses that support release and stability testing.

• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses of drug substances, excipients, and finished drug products using USP/NF, EP, and in‑house methods.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including HPLC, GC, UV/Vis (spectrophotometry), dissolution systems, and wet chemistry methods.
• Execute sample preparation, run methods, record results and maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and LIMS entries.
• Interpret and communicate analytical results clearly to colleagues and supervisors.
• Troubleshoot routine instrument and method issues and escalate complex problems appropriately.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory workflows to increase efficiency and GMP compliance.
• Follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and maintain strict adherence to SOPs, safety, and quality guidelines.

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Qualifications

• Education:
  • Required: B.S. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline.
• Experience:
  • Minimum ~1 year of laboratory experience; pharmaceutical industry experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge & Regulatory:
  • Familiarity with US FDA cGMP expectations, laboratory SOPs, and documentation practices.
  • Working understanding of analytical chemistry fundamentals and method validation principles.

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Preferred / Nice-to-have Skills

• Hands-on experience with HPLC and GC operation and troubleshooting.
• Experience with dissolution testing, UV/Vis spectrophotometry, and basic wet chemistry.
• Exposure to USP/NF test methods and familiarity with LIMS or electronic lab notebooks.
• Basic understanding of analytical method development and optimization.
• Strong attention to detail, good written/verbal communication, and ability to work in a team environment.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $65,000 — $80,000 per year (good‑faith estimate based on current posting).
• Additional eligibility: short-term incentive opportunity (bonus / performance award) within the first 12 months may be available.
• Final pay will be determined by relevant factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location.
• Benefits: typical employer-provided benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan options (specifics provided by the hiring organization).

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Location & Work Type

• Work location: Piscataway, NJ (on-site). This role requires laboratory presence; remote work is not available for routine laboratory responsibilities.

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How We Hire / Legal & Accessibility

Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to fair hiring practices that comply with federal, state, and local employment laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Careertakes at accommodations@careertakes.ai. Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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