Senior Scientist I, Analytical Development

Planet Group
Redwood City, CA


Senior Scientist I, Analytical Development

The Opportunity:

  • Support analytical development and testing activities conducted at contract organizations (CMOs/CROs), including method development, method qualification/validation, and release/stability testing.

  • Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) for analytical methods, ensuring that outsourced activities meet quality standards and project timelines.

  • Review and interpret data from method validations, release testing, and characterization studies for drug substance (DS) and drug product (DP).

  • Prepare, review, and/or approve protocols, reports, and regulatory submission documents (IND, NDA/MAA, IMPD).

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Regulatory, and external partners to ensure analytical alignment with project goals and regulatory expectations.
Required Skills, Experience and Education:

  • PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience; or MS with 8+ years of experience in analytical development.

  • Proficiency in analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, XRPD, dissolution testing, DSC, DVS, and compendial methods (e.g., USP/EP).

  • Understanding of ICH guidelines (e.g., Q2, Q6A, Q3A,B,C,D, M7), FDA/EMA regulatory expectations, and phase-appropriate analytical development.
Preferred Skills:

  • Strong data interpretation and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear documentation.
Posted 2025-11-09

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