US Pharmacopeia · 3 hours ago
Scientist I
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$58K/yr - $74K/yr
2+ years expThe U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization dedicated to developing quality standards for medicines and food ingredients. The Scientist I role involves providing technical support in the Reference Standards Laboratory, conducting analytical tests, and contributing to the development of public health standards.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrates solid scientific approach to analysis in the laboratory
Routinely applies personal experience, academic training, and technical insights – including emerging sciences – to solve complex technical problems within the laboratory
Conducts analysis of reference standard candidates using a broad range of analytical methodologies
Organizes, implements, and evaluates testing of reference standards materials
Records experimental data, ensuring clear and accurate transcription of results and calculations
Reviews literature for analytical test methods, as well as interprets and evaluates data
Executes all testing and analysis of data with excellence and essentially no errors
Demonstrates a strong desire to continue learning and grow personal capability
Pursues, recommends, and implements new approaches or processes to improve laboratory operations
Positively influences project direction by ensuring their own work is congruent with overall direction of laboratory projects
Assists with other testing programs and duties in the laboratory as needed
Qualification
Required
B.A. /B.S. in Science and 2 years of relevant laboratory experience
Working knowledge of common analytical methods and procedures [examples include: Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), Ultraviolet Spectroscopy (UV), Chromatography (TLC, HPLC, GC)], and expertise in calibrating and operating analytical instruments are required
Extensive understanding of chromatographic analyses, as well as other general analytical chemistry principles required
Preferred
Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
Experience working in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry is strongly preferred
Knowledge of DEA, ICH guidelines and FDA regulations, and experience with compendial procedures and compliance strongly preferred
Proficiency with electronic documentation systems is strongly preferred
Takes personal responsibility to ensure work is delivered on time and is the highest possible quality
Skills to anticipate, troubleshoot, and solve technical problems
Benefits
Company-paid time off
Comprehensive healthcare options
Retirement savings
Company
US Pharmacopeia
US Pharmacopeia (USP) is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization that has focused on building trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines since 1820.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ronald Piervincenzi
Chief Executive Officer
Stan Burhans
SVP Operations and Chief Financial Officer
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