BioSpace
Scientist IV - Analytical Chemistry and Chemometrician. Digital & Innovation
BioSpace, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849
Scientist IV - Analytical Chemistry and Chemometrician. Digital & Innovation
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with leading health and science experts to develop rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients.
USP values inclusive scientific collaboration and recognizes that attracting diverse expertise strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards.
USP is an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and is committed to ensuring fair, merit‑based selection processes that enable the best scientific minds to contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide.
Brief Job Overview This is a non‑supervisory, full‑time, 3‑year fixed‑term research position in USP’s Product Quality and Analytical Methods group, division of Digital and Innovation. The successful candidate will lead research investigating applications of chemometric modeling for analytical chemistry platforms with a focus on chromatography specifically /HPLC. The candidate will be responsible for both hands‑on laboratory research and computational data modeling, collaborating with laboratory and data scientists throughout the project. This on‑site role requires laboratory work.
Responsibility Highlights
Design, develop, and evaluate chromatographic (HPLC) methods and procedures.
Independently design and execute experiments, provide input on conclusions, and clearly communicate results with the project team.
Apply personal experience, academic training, and insights to address technical problems and collaborate in a team environment.
Collect and curate scientific data suitable for data modeling.
Develop and apply chemometric, multivariate models to interpret analytical data.
Demonstrate strong desire to continue learning and proactively seek opportunities to grow personal capabilities.
Participate in and present at internal and external scientific meetings.
Mentor and train staff in data modeling tools and recommend creative approaches to reach project goals.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in a scientific field with minimum 3 years of experience, or Master’s degree with 7 years experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 10 years experience (equivalent combinations accepted).
Knowledge and hands‑on experience with liquid chromatography (HPLC, UPLC) and general chemistry principles.
Experience with laboratory software such as Empower, OpenLab, and Chromeleon.
Skilled in anticipating, troubleshooting, and solving technical problems.
Machine learning skills in developing and implementing appropriate chemometric models and validating model output.
Data visualization skills (e.g., matplotlib, seaborn) to effectively communicate complex insights.
Programming skills in at least one language (Python, SQL, etc.) to prototype and test ideas.
Excellent communication skills to explain technical issues to non‑technical audiences.
Experience in descriptive and inferential statistics.
Additional Desired Preferences
Experience with small molecule/biologic/natural product analysis using IR, UV‑Vis, NMR, MS.
Experience working in a fast‑paced environment with multi‑layered priorities.
Flexible and concurrent management of multiple tasks.
Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or biotechnology industry.
Experience with GLP or ISO‑17025 regulated laboratories.
Experience with Electronic Laboratory Notebook software.
Ability to synthesize and structure data from multiple sources into appropriate machine‑readable formats.
Experience developing and using multivariate analysis approaches to data modeling.
Experience in Python, SQL and/or other programming languages.
Benefits USP provides a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare options, and to support your personal and financial well‑being.
Compensation Base Salary Range: USD $100,325.00 – $126,575.00 annually. Target Annual Bonus varies based on level of role.
Equal Opportunity Employer USP is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring fair, merit‑based selection processes that enable the best scientific minds regardless of background to contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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USP values inclusive scientific collaboration and recognizes that attracting diverse expertise strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards.
USP is an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and is committed to ensuring fair, merit‑based selection processes that enable the best scientific minds to contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide.
Brief Job Overview This is a non‑supervisory, full‑time, 3‑year fixed‑term research position in USP’s Product Quality and Analytical Methods group, division of Digital and Innovation. The successful candidate will lead research investigating applications of chemometric modeling for analytical chemistry platforms with a focus on chromatography specifically /HPLC. The candidate will be responsible for both hands‑on laboratory research and computational data modeling, collaborating with laboratory and data scientists throughout the project. This on‑site role requires laboratory work.
Responsibility Highlights
Design, develop, and evaluate chromatographic (HPLC) methods and procedures.
Independently design and execute experiments, provide input on conclusions, and clearly communicate results with the project team.
Apply personal experience, academic training, and insights to address technical problems and collaborate in a team environment.
Collect and curate scientific data suitable for data modeling.
Develop and apply chemometric, multivariate models to interpret analytical data.
Demonstrate strong desire to continue learning and proactively seek opportunities to grow personal capabilities.
Participate in and present at internal and external scientific meetings.
Mentor and train staff in data modeling tools and recommend creative approaches to reach project goals.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in a scientific field with minimum 3 years of experience, or Master’s degree with 7 years experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 10 years experience (equivalent combinations accepted).
Knowledge and hands‑on experience with liquid chromatography (HPLC, UPLC) and general chemistry principles.
Experience with laboratory software such as Empower, OpenLab, and Chromeleon.
Skilled in anticipating, troubleshooting, and solving technical problems.
Machine learning skills in developing and implementing appropriate chemometric models and validating model output.
Data visualization skills (e.g., matplotlib, seaborn) to effectively communicate complex insights.
Programming skills in at least one language (Python, SQL, etc.) to prototype and test ideas.
Excellent communication skills to explain technical issues to non‑technical audiences.
Experience in descriptive and inferential statistics.
Additional Desired Preferences
Experience with small molecule/biologic/natural product analysis using IR, UV‑Vis, NMR, MS.
Experience working in a fast‑paced environment with multi‑layered priorities.
Flexible and concurrent management of multiple tasks.
Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or biotechnology industry.
Experience with GLP or ISO‑17025 regulated laboratories.
Experience with Electronic Laboratory Notebook software.
Ability to synthesize and structure data from multiple sources into appropriate machine‑readable formats.
Experience developing and using multivariate analysis approaches to data modeling.
Experience in Python, SQL and/or other programming languages.
Benefits USP provides a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare options, and to support your personal and financial well‑being.
Compensation Base Salary Range: USD $100,325.00 – $126,575.00 annually. Target Annual Bonus varies based on level of role.
Equal Opportunity Employer USP is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring fair, merit‑based selection processes that enable the best scientific minds regardless of background to contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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