Scientist 1

Piper Companies is seeking a Scientist I to join a growing pharmaceutical organization in Greenville, SC. The Scientist I will support analytical testing, sample preparation, method validation, and method transfer activities within a cGMP-regulated laboratory environment. This role is ideal for an analytical chemistry professional experienced with HPLC, Empower software, and pharmaceutical quality control testing of raw materials and finished products.

Responsibilities of the Scientist I:

• Perform analytical sample preparation and extraction of target analytes from raw material and finished product matrices utilizing dilution, filtration, centrifugation, and multi-step extraction techniques.

• Execute analytical testing using HPLC, GC, and related instrumentation while evaluating extraction efficiency, sample recovery, and matrix interferences.

• Author, execute, and summarize method verification, validation, and method transfer protocols and reports in accordance with USP <1225>, USP <1226>, and ICH Q2(R2) guidelines.

• Utilize Empower chromatography software for data acquisition, processing, reporting, and audit trail review.

• Maintain complete cGMP documentation including laboratory notebooks, SOP compliance, data review, and data integrity requirements.

• Support investigations, forced degradation studies, and routine testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.

Qualifications of the Scientist I:

• BS or MS in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.

• 4+ years of pharmaceutical laboratory experience supporting quality control or analytical testing activities.

• Hands-on experience with analytical sample preparation, extraction techniques, recovery studies, and troubleshooting matrix-related analytical challenges.

• Experience performing and documenting method verifications, method validations, and method transfers within a cGMP environment.

• Advanced proficiency with HPLC chromatography and Empower software; Agilent HPLC experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of FDA-regulated laboratory operations, cGMP requirements, USP <1225>, USP <1226>, and ICH Q2(R2).

Compensation for the Scientist I includes:

• Compensation: $35 - $40/hr (Depending on Experience)

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

• 6 Month Contract

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