Guidehouse

Analytical Chemist

Guidehouse$98K — $163K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Radiochemistry, or related field with 1 year experience, OR MS with 3 years experience, OR BS with 5 years experience.
  • Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry principles and techniques.
  • Experience operating HPLC, GC, LC/MS, and related analytical instrumentation.
  • Background in analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with quality control testing in radiopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical settings.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal public trust security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot analytical instruments.
  • Perform quality control testing of drug products and raw materials.
  • Conduct analytical testing using chromatography and spectroscopy techniques.
  • Develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods.
  • Ensure compliance with laboratory SOPs, documentation practices, and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate QC testing schedules for time-sensitive production.
  • Train laboratory personnel on QC procedures and equipment operation.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description

Job Family:

Scientist


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
We are currently searching foranAnalytical Chemisttoprovidesupport services to satisfy the overall operationalobjectivesof the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute(NHLBI).This is a full-time, on-site opportunity inBethesda,MD.

  • Operate,maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation,including HPLC, GC, LC/MS, TLC scanners, balances, and water purification systems.

  • Perform quality control (QC) testing of PET drug products, raw materials, reagents, and reference standards.

  • Conduct analytical testing using chromatography and spectroscopy techniques,including HPLC, TLC, GC, UV-VIS, and mass spectrometry.

  • Develop,optimize,validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods and QC procedures.

  • Ensure compliance with laboratorystandard operations procedures (SOPs), documentation practices, and regulatory requirements.

  • Coordinate QC testing schedules to support time-sensitive PETradiopharmaceuticalproduction.

  • Maintain laboratory inventories, supplies, reagents, and documentation systems.

  • Perform preventive maintenance and operationalqualification(OQ) of laboratory equipment.

  • Train laboratory personnel on QC procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols.

  • Support routine laboratory operations and continuous process improvements.

  • Perform simple chemical reactions, purification procedures, and compound characterization using established protocols.

  • Adhere to NIH laboratory safety and radiation safety guidelines



What You Will Need:

  • Degree inAnalytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Radiochemistry, orrelated field

  • PhD with at leastONE(1) year of experience

  • ORMSwith at leastTHREE(3)years of experience in lieu of PhD

  • OR BS with at least FIVE (5) years of experience in lieu of MS.

  • Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry principles and techniques.

  • Experienceoperatinganalytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, LC/MS, and related systems.

  • Experience with analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting.

  • Experience with radiopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical quality control testing.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD public trust; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Familiarity with PET radiochemistry or radiopharmaceutical production environments

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to independently plan experiments, analyze data, and solve technical problems.

  • Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment involving radioactive materials

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Parental Leave

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Care.com annual membership

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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