What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bioanalytical Chemist position at Allen Spolden?
We are currently recruiting a Bioanalytical Chemist to join our team in Richmond, VA or we are open to remote work arrangements.
As a Bioanalytical Chemist, you will apply your chemistry knowledge and data analytics skills to provide scientific expertise to Clinical and Biological Activity groups in support of development of novel reduced-harm tobacco products and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
What you will be doing:
Essential activities and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Reconcile/review analytical data to ensure data integrity
- Verify/evaluate analytical methodologies (used by both internal or third-party vendors) to ensure methods are fit-for-purpose for quantitative analysis of compounds (biomarkers) in target matrices (biological fluids, tobacco and related products, aerosol and smoke etc.)
- Generate bioanalytical study plans in alignment with the analytical data deliverables as specified in the study protocols
- Generate the scope of work (SOW) including detailed instructions to be followed by the third-party lab (i.e., sample handling, analysis, and data reporting)
- Research and recommend alternative strategies for analysis of new business-critical target compounds
- Provide regular reports and presentations on work outputs to customers and management
- Cross-train other team members and lab personnel on test methodologies
- Read and understand analytical procedures (both internal and third-party supplied)
Requirements
What we want you to have:
- Bachelor of Science in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry or related fields
- 5 years of demonstrated experience and expertise (8 years preferred) in one or more areas of analytical chemistry and bioanalytical assays, with proven capability in a range of analysis categories including separation techniques (e.g., GC and HPLC) and mass spectroscopic techniques (e.g., MS, MS/MS),
- Working knowledge of one or more of the following is a plus: biomarker analysis, toxicology assays (e.g., Ames, Neutral Red, etc.)
- Proficiency in laboratory skills with the ability to think critically to design and implement experiments independently and with minimal supervision
- Solid experience in crafting reports and delivering results in cross-functional group settings
- Demonstrated strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration
- Demonstrated planning and multitasking skills to improve productivity
- Demonstrated commitment to open and clear communication, team building, and quality
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