Analytical Scientist III
Company: Nutramax Laboratories
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Nutramax desires to
provide a drug-free, healthful, and safe workplace. We hold a
zero-tolerance policy for drug use. Employment is contingent upon
successfully passing a preemployment background check and drug
screen (subject to applicable law). Summary of the Position: The
Analytical Scientist III will be expected to develop, validate,
optimize and lead practical analytical methods with no supervision.
Responsible to lead peers for timely completion, review of method
development / analytical technical reports and weekly updates. Must
be able to complete assigned tasks and major projects consistently
with urgency and initiative. Roles and Responsibilities: Testing:
Willingness to assists with Quality Release testing as needed,
Special Request testing of finished products and raw materials and
Stability samples either following Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPs) and in-house test methods, compendial methods or methods
still in the development phase. · Capable of assessing testing
methodologies and their application to different sample matrix
including evaluation of testing results from contract laboratories
to ensure agreed upon methods and testing parameters were properly
followed. Laboratory Instrumentation/Software: Ability to
troubleshoot all Analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC,
ICP-MS/OES and LC-MS/MS. Good knowledge of experimental design,
chemical theory and analytical instrumentation theory for HPLC, GC,
ICP-MS/OES and LC-MS/MS. · Proficient in Empower, Tiamo, MassHunter
and MassLynx software and other laboratory software used in the
Quality Laboratory environment for chromatographic and
spectroscopic methods. Mentoring and Teamwork: Takes initiative to
consistently act as a mentor to others and helps others without
having to be asked. Is flexible to changes in priorities with
projects and assignments and can adapt to laboratory improvements
implemented from management and/or peers. · Has the aptitude to
take the lead and provide technical support with the optimization
of analytical methods used for marketed products and products in
the development phase. · Can mentor and train junior chemists in
the proper execution of laboratory techniques including
interpretation of development and validation studies. Assists with
training of new laboratory personnel in accordance with established
laboratory SOPs and the Nutramax training program. Possesses
techniques and tools to successfully train others with empirical
data to support training. Safety Requirements: Participates without
hesitation in all safety initiatives, consistently exhibits an
excellent safety record and ensures proper safety practices are
followed in the laboratory. · Responsible for producing and
handling hazardous waste from point of generation to satellite
storage. Hazardous waste produced is managed in accordance with
RCRA and SCDHEC regulations and includes: proper containers,
accumulation, labeling, marking and storage. Must have a
Safety-First mindset and be aware of surroundings while working in
the laboratory. Maintains a safe work environment and ensures all
instruments used in testing procedures are calibrated and properly
maintained. General Responsibilities: · The Analytical Scientist
III is capable of planning, directing, layout design and
coordination of analytical activities in order to ensure the
success of projects from initiation through completion and full
implementation. · Acts as a liaison to resolve product quality,
technical or operational issues and support of commercial products.
· Capable of working with outside departments such as Operations,
Innovations, Marketing, Purchasing and Engineering to investigate
external and internal quality and compliance related issues. ·
Familiarity and supportive of all Analytical projects and Special
Request testing. · Works closely with the Innovations team to be
aware of timely testing of samples to facilitate decision making. ·
Effective and practical development and validation of
scientifically sound analytical methods to ensure analysis and
prompt release of raw materials, finished products and stability
studies. · Design and execute method transfer protocols of
analytical methods oriented to the timely manner release of Quality
Laboratory samples. Ensure competency of ISO 17025 test methods are
current as needed. Maintain current knowledge of latest
technological and scientific trends and serves as an expert
resource for the Quality department. Perform other assigned duties
as may be required in meeting company objectives. Communicate
effectively with other departments within the organization and
function within a team environment. Regular attendance is required.
Minimum Requirements: · Understands urgency and initiative to drive
projects/assignments to completion. · Capable of developing
analytical methods for chromatographic, spectroscopic, titrimetric
and wet chemistry analyses. · Is proficient with laboratory
instrument troubleshooting. · Intermediate to advanced
understanding in most laboratory instrumentation such as FTIR,
HPLC, ICP, GC, UV-Vis, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS/OES and HPTLC. · Has
knowledge in the characterization and elucidation of botanical
compound structures by study of the compound structure,
spectroscopic methods and mass spectrometry. · Knowledge required
in the selection of analytical columns for chromatographic
analyses, proper techniques or technologies and the selection for
proper reagents to design effective analytical methods in timely
manner. · Knowledge in effective sample preparation techniques to
support high number of samples for testing such as liquid-liquid
extraction, derivatization, chemical manipulation and mechanical
manipulation. · Knowledge of statistical techniques, such as data
trend analysis and design of experiments is highly desirable.
Proficient in reviewing and interpretation of laboratory data. ·
Detailed knowledge in principles of routine laboratory operations.
· Thorough working knowledge of industry regulations, FDA and ICH
guidelines; experience implementing and maintaining adherence to
pharmaceutical and/or nutritional supplement GLP/GMP is strongly
desired. · Proven ability to communicate effectively and
cooperatively within all levels of an organization. · Strong
communicator both verbal and written. · Demonstrated aptitude to
function in a dynamic fast-paced environment. Education and
Experience · A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with 7 years of
experience in method development and validation of analytical
methods for nutraceuticals and/or pharmaceutical samples in a GMP
environment. If degree has concentration; Biochemistry, Inorganic,
Physical or Polymer Chemistry preferred; or, a Master’s/Ph.D.
degree in Chemistry with a minimum of 5 years of technical
experience in a GMP environment. · Must have prior experience of
working on the bench as this position is primarily on the bench
working in the laboratory. Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Requirements:
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