Scientist

PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and lifecycle management services. Our clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations.

* Possesses a thorough understanding of laboratory procedures and can reliably conduct complex analysis with increased independence. * Performs a variety of complex sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or biological matrices. * Follows validated or experimental analytical procedures with periodic direct supervision. * Responsible for review and compilation of results and data comparison against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol and product specifications. * Enters data into databases and reports. * Performs self review for own data prior to QC submission.

**Education and Experience:** * Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification * Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience. OR Masters degree **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** * Demonstrated knowledge of multiple applicable techniques such as: HPLC, GC, MS, Dissolution Testing, Inhalation Testing, Biopharmaceutical Testing, Karl Fischer, UV-Vis, FT-IR, TOC * Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word * Proven ability to interpret data by performing trend analysis * Proven ability in technical writing skills * Ability to independently optimize analytical methods * Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities * Good written and oral communication skills * Time management and project management skills * Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team **Working Conditions** * Work is performed in a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. * Occasional drives to site locations, occasional domestic travel. * Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. * Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, radiation, toxic materials and hazardous waste. * Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. * Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions. **Physical Requirements** * Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day. * Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment. * Occasional mobility needed. * Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck. * Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs. * Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf. * Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. * Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups. * Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals. Requires multiple periods of intense concentration. * Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task. * Regular and consistent attendance.