Associate Scientist, Pharmaceutical Analysis-Microbiology

Job Description Associate Scientist, Pharmaceutical Analysis-Microbiology

Frontage Laboratories:

Frontage Laboratories Inc. (Frontage), is a global contract research organization with broad expertise in supporting pre-clinical and clinical drug development. Frontage operates out of several different locations within the USA, Canada, and China. Frontage's core competencies include drug metabolism, pharmokinetics/ pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), safety and toxicology, bioanalytical services, chemistry and manufacturing controls for drug development, and core laboratory services for clinical trials.

Analytical Chemistry-CMC:

We specialize in analytical services and method development, validation and transfer for product development and clinical trial materials (CTM) manufacturing support, as well as commercial product release and stability testing.

Position Summary:

Performs routine microbiology sample analysis (Bioburden, Endotoxin, Environmental Monitoring, Sterility, etc.) and a variety of tasks to support product development, ensuring agreed timelines

Responsibilities:

Assists method development and performs method validation under supervision

Maintains qualification and compliance of instruments, and conducts technical and equipment troubleshooting as needed

Reports and resolves any unexpected issues under supervision

Complies with all relevant cGMP regulatory requirements while carrying out assigned studies

Requirements:

B.S. in Biology or related discipline

1-2 years of related industry experience preferred (CRO experience is a plus)

Hands-on experience with basic microbiology techniques

Capable of setting priorities based on a fast-paced, changing environment

Excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail and data quality, and experience working on diverse collaborative teams

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.