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Senior Scientist I, Analytical DevelopmentActalent • Redwood City, CA, US
Senior Scientist I, Analytical Development

Senior Scientist I, Analytical Development

Actalent • Redwood City, CA, US
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Sr. Scientist I, Analytical Development

Job Description

Join a clinical-stage precision oncology company dedicated to developing innovative targeted therapies aimed at inhibiting frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers. As a Sr. Scientist I in Analytical Development, you will manage analytical development and testing activities conducted at contract organizations, ensuring high-quality standards and adherence to project timelines.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee analytical development and testing activities at contract organizations, including method development, method qualification / validation, and release / stability testing.
  • Serve as a technical subject matter expert for analytical methods, ensuring outsourced activities meet quality standards and project timelines.
  • Review and interpret data from method validations, release testing, and characterization studies for drug substances and products.
  • Prepare, review, and approve protocols, reports, and regulatory submission documents such as IND, NDA / MAA, and IMPD.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Regulatory, and external partners to ensure analytical alignment with project goals and regulatory expectations.

Essential Skills

  • 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 including HPLC / UPLC, LC-MS, XRPD, dissolution testing, DSC, DVS, and compendial methods like USP / EP.
  • Understanding of ICH guidelines such as Q2, Q6A, Q3A,B,C,D, M7, and FDA / EMA regulatory expectations.
  • Experience in phase-appropriate analytical development.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong data interpretation and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear documentation.
  • Work Environment

    The work environment is collaborative and innovative, situated within a company focused on developing RAS(ON) Inhibitors and RAS Companion Inhibitors for use in combination treatment strategies. As part of a dedicated team of outstanding scientists, you will contribute to a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.

    Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract position based out of Redwood City, California.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $72.00 / 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 Redwood City,CA.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 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.

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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