Catalent Pharma Solutions
Analytical Chemist II
Catalent Pharma Solutions, Greenville, North Carolina, United States, 27834
Analytical Chemist II
The Analytical Chemist II is responsible for independently performing routine and non‑routine analytical testing in support of pharmaceutical products following all applicable safety, quality, and regulation requirements. Under general supervision, the Analytical Chemist II will author standard operating procedures, analytical testing procedures, final submission‑ready documents, and create document templates for use by junior team members.
Position Summary This position is 100% on‑site at the Greenville site.
Catalent’s Greenville, N.C. facility specializes in end‑to‑end turn‑key solutions for oral solid dosage forms, including integrated formulation development, analytical services, commercial manufacturing, and packaging. This state‑of‑the‑art facility has had over $100M of investments in recent years and features fit‑for‑scale capacity with potent handling capabilities, ideal for orphan or targeted drug development.
This role supports Catalent’s Greenville, N.C. facility by performing complex analytical testing and method validation for oral solid dosage forms, ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance. It contributes to efficient formulation development and commercial manufacturing through accurate data analysis, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration.
The Role
Independently perform routine and complex testing for chromatographic and spectrophotometric methods (HPLC, GC, UV) of analysis for excipients, new chemical entities and/or drug products.
Compare laboratory data against specifications and trend data where applicable to determine if results meet requirements.
Interpret data and make recommendations to management for improvement or potential concerns.
Create report templates and/or enter data into established reports/templates or software‑based systems.
With guidance, propose applicable specifications based on data obtained in support of certain programs.
Ensure proper usage, care, and return of calibration standards including, but not limited to, reference standards, timers, thermometers, and instrumentation.
Ensure accuracy of testing by following method/standard instructions and adhering to internal SOPs to eliminate the potential for repeat testing, deviations, and investigations.
Direct and assist in laboratory personnel training when required.
All other duties as assigned.
The Candidate
Associate degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry or equivalent science degree with 4 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry or;
BS or BA degree in a science‑related field (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences) with 3 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry or;
Master’s degree in a science‑related field with 2 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry.
2 years HPLC and GC experience required.
Experience in a Catalent analytical laboratory in a role that is independent and proficient in chromatography and data review as well as troubleshooting and technical understanding may be substituted for 2 years of professional experience.
Position requires the ability to lift 10‑50lbs, unassisted.
Majority of the work day is performed while standing, walking, lifting, pulling, and pushing.
Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
Some exposure to hazardous chemicals and other active chemical ingredients.
Why You Should Join Catalent
Competitive medical benefits and 401K
152 hours of PTO + 8 Paid Holidays
Dynamic, fast‑paced work environment
Opportunity to work on Continuous Improvement Processes
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration to the application or hiring process.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.
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Position Summary This position is 100% on‑site at the Greenville site.
Catalent’s Greenville, N.C. facility specializes in end‑to‑end turn‑key solutions for oral solid dosage forms, including integrated formulation development, analytical services, commercial manufacturing, and packaging. This state‑of‑the‑art facility has had over $100M of investments in recent years and features fit‑for‑scale capacity with potent handling capabilities, ideal for orphan or targeted drug development.
This role supports Catalent’s Greenville, N.C. facility by performing complex analytical testing and method validation for oral solid dosage forms, ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance. It contributes to efficient formulation development and commercial manufacturing through accurate data analysis, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration.
The Role
Independently perform routine and complex testing for chromatographic and spectrophotometric methods (HPLC, GC, UV) of analysis for excipients, new chemical entities and/or drug products.
Compare laboratory data against specifications and trend data where applicable to determine if results meet requirements.
Interpret data and make recommendations to management for improvement or potential concerns.
Create report templates and/or enter data into established reports/templates or software‑based systems.
With guidance, propose applicable specifications based on data obtained in support of certain programs.
Ensure proper usage, care, and return of calibration standards including, but not limited to, reference standards, timers, thermometers, and instrumentation.
Ensure accuracy of testing by following method/standard instructions and adhering to internal SOPs to eliminate the potential for repeat testing, deviations, and investigations.
Direct and assist in laboratory personnel training when required.
All other duties as assigned.
The Candidate
Associate degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry or equivalent science degree with 4 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry or;
BS or BA degree in a science‑related field (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences) with 3 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry or;
Master’s degree in a science‑related field with 2 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry.
2 years HPLC and GC experience required.
Experience in a Catalent analytical laboratory in a role that is independent and proficient in chromatography and data review as well as troubleshooting and technical understanding may be substituted for 2 years of professional experience.
Position requires the ability to lift 10‑50lbs, unassisted.
Majority of the work day is performed while standing, walking, lifting, pulling, and pushing.
Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
Some exposure to hazardous chemicals and other active chemical ingredients.
Why You Should Join Catalent
Competitive medical benefits and 401K
152 hours of PTO + 8 Paid Holidays
Dynamic, fast‑paced work environment
Opportunity to work on Continuous Improvement Processes
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration to the application or hiring process.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.
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