Process Development Scientist, Analytical

BIOVECTRA Inc. is a leading bio-science business in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, focused on contract manufacturing and product development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical intermediates, and bioreagents.

BIOVECTRA Inc. has an opening for a Process Development Scientist, Analytical. This is a permanent full-time position located in Charlottetown, PEI.

 The candidate will be responsible for:

• Carrying out literature searches as appropriate to evaluate currently known analytical methods and preparing analytical research and development plans as required.
• Providing timely analytical support for process development projects.
• Developing appropriate in-process QC procedures in conjunction with Process Development Scientists.
• Developing modern analytical methodologies using quality by design (QbD) and design of experiments (DoE) methodologies to identify and understand design space and critical instrument parameters.
• Training and supervising fellow scientists, technicians and students in analytical methodology.
• Transferring technology to technical staff, as a member of the project team working effectively with both the Process Development and Quality groups.
• Maintaining accurate, real-time records of all laboratory activities.
• Executing assigned housekeeping responsibilities.

• Following the company’s quality standard (quality management system procedures and cGMP regulations).

• Preparing purified analytical standards if required.

• Complying with documented safety practices for the laboratory and the manufacturing facilities.

The successful candidate for this position should have:

• B.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Biotechnology or related fields.
• MSc or PhD considered an asset.
• Previous analytical chemistry relevant laboratory experience.
• Technical proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and techniques such as HPLC, UV-VIS, CE-SDS, cIEF, SDS-PAGE, IEF, ELISA, qPCR, MS and Western Blot considered an asset.

BIOVECTRA offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Interested candidates are asked to apply by choosing the “Apply Now” button.

Starting annual salary is based on experience $65,000

Closing August 02, 2024

Individual accommodations due to a disability are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, citizenship status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation. BIOVECTRA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and recognize that experience comes in many forms and skills are transferable. Please view this description as a general overview, but not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute and lead in this role, apply!   We thank all interested parties; however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.