About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Analytical Chemist to support drug substance and drug product development in a GMP laboratory environment. This is a hands-on laboratory role focused on analytical testing, method support, and data integrity.

• Responsible for utilizing analytical methodologies, systems, and processes across development phases
• Prepare, set up, and analyze drug substance and/or drug product samples using techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS, GC, GC-MS, SFC, UV-Vis, and NMR
• Perform dissolution testing and other wet-chemistry assays (e.g., KF, pH)
• Support development, optimization, qualification, validation, and transfer of analytical methods (assay, purity, dissolution, impurity characterization)
• Conduct stability, degradation, and investigational studies to evaluate product performance and risk
• Assess stability, dissolution, and impurity trends to inform product and process decisions
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot analytical instruments under guidance
• Maintain accurate documentation and data integrity within electronic laboratory systems (eLN), following SOPs, compendial procedures, and GMP requirements
• Demonstrate strong ownership of quality, safety, productivity, organization, and client service expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field, or equivalent directly-related experience
• Basic laboratory skills and the ability to follow written procedures, protocols, and work instructions accurately
• Experience in analytical chemistry and working in a GMP laboratory environment
• Familiarity with electronic lab notebooks (eLN) and data trending tools
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and attention to detail
• Ability to learn new techniques, multitask, keep accurate records, and follow company policies
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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Additional Information

• Employment type: Full-time (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; overtime as needed)
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Quaker Hill, CT are encouraged to apply
• This position requires adherence to GMP and company safety practices

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Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: USD 25.00 – USD 27.25 per hour (as provided in source)
• Excellent full-time benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

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Preferred Keywords (for search/fit)

• Entry Level Analytical Chemist Quaker Hill CT
• HPLC LCMS UPLC analytical chemist
• GMP laboratory analytical testing
• Dissolution and stability testing
• eLN and data trending

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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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