Senior Scientist

Serán BioScience is searching for a Senior Scientist to be responsible for drafting, executing, and finalizing validation protocols and providing technical support to the Analytical Development team for cleaning validation and swab recovery studies. As an independent contributor, this experienced scientist will be looked to for helping the Director of Analytical Development lead the cleaning validation program while independently producing results and collaborating interdepartmentally. Ideal candidates will have a strong HPLC method development and validation background and experience performing swab recovery studies, with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. While all levels of experience are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to candidates with experience performing cleaning validation within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge performing analyses used to assess the swab recovery of active pharmaceutical ingredients
• Demonstrates subject matter expertise in HPLC method development and validation
• Independently contributes to the cleaning validation team
• Provides guidance or mentorship to junior analysts
• Fluently applies fundamental scientific principles to solve problems and guide decisions
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and propose solutions
• Develops experimental protocols and templates with minimal guidance
• Summarizes, reports, and analyzes data to draw conclusions, with guidance
• Communicates technical information to internal team
• Communicates technical information to external partners, as needed
• Drafts or contributes to technical reports and presentations
• Develops, implements, and updates Analytical Development SOPs, testing records, and other documentation needed for compliance
• Ensures that results are delivered accurately and timely
• Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives 
• Performs other related duties as assigned
  
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including HPLC experience
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to keep leadership apprised of performance to timelines
• Multitasks and adjusts priorities in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining focus and managing disruption and/or unexpected needs
• Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
  
  
  

Education And Experience

• BS in Chemistry or related field plus 5 years relevant experience
• MS in Chemistry or related field plus 3 years relevant experience
  
  
  

Physical Requirement

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing in a laboratory environment
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Adheres to predicable and consistent in-person attendance
  
  
  

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Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits Summary:

Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701