Analytical Chemist

Our client, a pharmaceutical company with a strong focus on R\&D and product development, is looking for an

Analytical Chemist

to join its team in Concord, Canada.

This role is a key position within the R\&D team, responsible for analytical method development activities. The successful candidate will contribute to method development, documentation, and related analytical tasks in a timely manner, in line with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and validate HPLC, GC, and product performance test methods for pharmaceutical products
• Prepare documentation and reports required for development and GMP activities
• Perform laboratory investigations (OOS, OOT, incidents) in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Develop specifications for finished products, bulk products, raw materials, and packaging components
• Conduct analytical method development and validation for new pharmaceutical products
• Evaluate analytical results for consistency and accuracy; identify trends or out-of-specification results and escalate as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to analytical instrumentation
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with GMP, GLP, SOPs, and current test methods
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications \& Requirements

• B.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related field
• 3 to 7 years of experience in a pharmaceutical R\&D laboratory and/or CMO environment
• Experience with analytical method validation, method transfer, and method equivalence testing
• Experience with scientific documentation (protocol and report preparation/review) is preferred
• Experience in handling laboratory investigations is an asset
• Familiarity with analytical instruments and associated software, ICH guidelines, and USP standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly with complex products
• Experience in nasal product development is an asset
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

• This role may require occasional work on an afternoon shift

What’s Offered

• Health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Stable and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity for growth within a developing R\&D organization