Sr. Scientist - Bioanalytical

Scientist - Bioanalytical

The Scientist will play a pivotal role in supporting the Quality Control Method Transfer and Validation team by performing method validation activities, including drafting protocols and reports, executing validation assays, and conducting data analysis. The Scientist will ensure that all data and reports are reviewed in accordance with cGMP and data integrity principles.

Responsibilities

• Independently conceptualize, plan, and execute laboratory experiments.
• Collaborate with colleagues and subject matter experts to determine suitable analytical methodologies for project initiatives, utilizing computational predictive tools, modeling software, and data visualization tools.
• Lead and manage multiple projects, assisting teams in developing effective strategies for analytical needs and controls.
• Engage with the method development team and participate in both in-process and final product sample analyses.
• Author relevant sections of technical reports to support interdepartmental technology and method validation and transfer processes.
• Prepare technical reports, critically review data, and evaluate new instrumentation and analytical techniques as required.
• Independently analyze experimental data and provide conclusive insights.
• Mentor junior scientists and offer technical guidance when required.
• Support technical leads and the Sr. Scientist with project activities to meet deadlines.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in GMP, ELISA, and Spectramax.
• Experience with PCR and Slot BLOT.
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD with 78 years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot laboratory assays, perform data review, and author protocols, reports, and deviation documents.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in assay development, method validation, method development, and method transfer.
• Knowledge of cGMP and quality control.
• Experience with LIMS and immunoassays.

Work Environment

This role is within a large pharmaceutical manufacturing organization focused on vaccine and mAb intermediate manufacturing. The work environment includes both office and lab settings. The schedule is 1st Shift, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional weekend work required on a rotating basis for specific projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a multi-year consulting position based out of Sanford, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sanford,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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