At Alcami, we deliver reliable solutions that unlock the potential of transformative medicines from discovery to commercialization, through trusted partnership with our clients, recognized industry expertise and proven regulatory track record. Are you interested in joining our team? Job Summary The Scientist II is accountable for driving results in a fast-paced environment by performing analytical-biotech routine and non-routine testing in support of pharmaceutical product development or pharmaceutical manufacturing. The Scientist II may also be required to work on method development/method validation projects. For this position, HPLC, CE, icIEF, and UV based methodologies are commonly employed in the described testing. Other key methodologies applied include cKF/KF, pH and osmolality. Test methods employed may be compendial (i.e. USP, EP) or proprietary (client supplied or developed by The Company). On-Site Expectations 100% on-site position. 1st

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Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Responsibilities Develops, validates and transfers analytical methodology for analysis via HPLC (SEC, AEX, CEX), UV, CE and icIEF. Performs GMP review of solutions and wet chemical analyses and chromatography. Performs analysis of large molecule and biologic samples to assess purity, potency, identity, and product quality attributes. Evaluates and interprets generated data. Analyzes information for technical correctness and accuracy. Understands the theoretical basis of methods/experiments. Solves problems of diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Writes test procedures, protocols, and reports. Maintains working knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, and scientific methodologies necessary to perform assigned tasks. Assists in removal of hazardous waste, routine equipment cleaning, and restocking of consumable products and reagents. Effectively uses various laboratory software packages (Empower3, ProCal, Master Control, ELN, etc.). Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment free of safety hazards. Safely handles potent compounds. This position will be required to supervise, handle, or process hazardous waste under Resource and Conservation guidelines promulgated under 40 CFR 262.177(a)(7), Personnel Training. This includes completion of initial and annual RCRA training and documented as required in Alcami records. This training also includes familiarity with emergency response procedures, emergency equipment, and emergency systems. Ensures timely completion and compliance with cGMP and all other relevant company training requirements. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Masters degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with 0+ years of related work experience. Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with course work in Chemistry with 4+ years related work experience. Or Associates degrees in Chemistry or related field with 10+ years related experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills required. Strong detail orientation and organizational skills required. Strong problem-solving and basic trouble-shooting ability required. Strong knowledge of Laboratory equipment and safety required. Strong knowledge of Laboratory Documentation is required. Strong knowledge of cGMP in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. Travel Expectations Up to 5% travel required. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and smell. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for specific job duties to be performed. Such personal protective equipment may include, but not limited to safety eyewear, various types of respirators/breathing apparatus, half face and full-face respirator, lab coats, full protective body coverings, various types of gloves, etc.