Analytical Method Development Scientist 

Bend, OR 

Do you: 

  • Like finding new and better ways to do things? 
  • Want to help develop medicines to make patients’ lives better? 
  • Desire to learn and grow? 
  • Nerd out on science & technology? 
  • Value people and working in a collaborative team? 
  • Desire to be audacious and entrepreneurial? 
  • Value safety and leading by example? 
  • Care about doing the right thing? 

At Bend Bioscience, we are looking for colleagues with: SCIENTIFIC CURIOSITY, HONESTY, HUMOR, CONFIDENCE, HUMILITY, TRUSTWORTHINESS, RESPECT FOR CO-WORKERS, and the DESIRE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND HELP PATIENTS. 

 

Job Description:  

Bend Bioscience is focused on research, development, and clinical production of non-sterile drug delivery technologies, drug products, and intermediates for the pharmaceutical industry. This position will include performing and interpreting scientific experiments and addressing analytical issues. 

 

Method Development scientists will be responsible to progress programs collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams by: 

  • Understanding and applying basic concepts of HPLC method development in support of early formulation work 
  • Independently developing and validating methods to support release of pharmaceutical intermediates and finished oral dosage forms including: HPLC, GC, Dissolution, XRPD, KF, and particle size 
  • Running typical pharmaceutical analytical techniques for characterization (HPLC, GC, KF, DSC, SEM, XRPD, Particle Size) 
  • Author and review technical documents such as methods, specifications, validation protocols and reports, transfer protocols and reports, SOPs, compendia requirements, ICH and FDA guidelines  
  • Demonstrating problem solving and troubleshooting ability related to analytical procedures 
  • Independently documenting lab work in protocol, reports, and other required documentation 
  • Ensuring preparation and timely delivery of data in support of formulation and manufacturing projects 

 

Characteristics:  

  • Collaborative 
  • Commitment to safety  
  • Strong interpersonal skills  
  • Proven ability to work independently, efficiently, and plan successfully in both R&D and GMP environments 
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail 
  • Excellent oral and written communication 
  • Accountable and responsible 

 

Experience and Educational Requirements: 

  • BS/BA in chemistry, pharmaceuticals, or related field with minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry with a focus on analytical chemistry 
  • HPLC method development experience required