Job Summary

The Senior Scientist, Analytical Development conducts all aspects of Analytical Development including method
development, experimentation, and record keeping. The incumbent must be able to develop and implement methods that
meet project needs. The position is responsible for conducting analytical development studies with increasing complexity in nature and solving problems to ensure a robust method can be performed in the laboratory.
This position is located in our Innovation and Development Center in Melrose Park, IL.
Salary Range: $92,000-95,000
Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

•Accepts responsibility for all aspects of Analytical Development including transfer to Quality Technologies or Quality Control or other testing laboratory.
•Ensures all technologies needed are available for project completion.
•Plans, develops, and implements scientifically well-designed experimental programs and demonstrates creativity and capability in analytical method development, validation, and testing.
•Identifies problem areas and utilizes scientific resources to recommend alternatives, priorities, and results to resolve problems.
•Accurately and completely records experimental procedures, test results, and observations to meet corporate and GMP requirements.
•Establishes work priorities for assignments within his/her authority and keeps assignment completion on schedule.
•Requires an eye for detail and repetitive precision in lab work and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Chemistry with 5+ years of related experience; or a Masters Degree in Chemistry with 3+ years of related experience; or a PhD in Chemistry with 0-3 years of related experience is required.
• Skills in chromatography, such as HPLC, LCMS, LCMS-MS, GCMS, SEC-MALS, CD, NMR, and related techniques.
• Skills in biochemical or molecular/cellular biology, such as cell based assay, enzymatic assay, aseptic and cell cultures (suspension and attached) techniques, and operating basic lab instruments are preferred. May require experience in Cell Based assay, ELISA and SDS-PAGE.
• Experience in analytical method development and validation for the Nitrosamine test by LCMS is preferred.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability,401K with company contribution, andwellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is atwill, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.