Scientist II

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $44.61hr - $49.61hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Hands-on Wet Lab background in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, or materials science.
• Engineering background or degree in chemistry, materials science, or pharmaceutics.
• Strong technical documentation skills.
• Experience with analytical chemistry techniques.
• Understanding of pharmaceutics, physical chemistry, and drug delivery systems.
• Compliance with medical surveillance requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all documented quality processes.

Responsibilities:

• Apply established scientific methods and assist in evaluating technical approaches under the guidance of senior team members.
• Plan and execute laboratory experiments including analytical testing, drug assay, degradants, and other physicochemical characterization using established methods.
• Assist with method development, qualification, and validation activities as needed.
• Support release and stability testing activities by coordinating with internal and external laboratories and documenting results.
• Prepare technical documentation and data packages to support regulatory submissions, design history files, and other product development documentation.
• Participate on cross-functional product development teams, collaborating with formulation scientists, analytical scientists, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory groups.
• Identify opportunities for laboratory, experimental, or process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Communicate technical findings clearly through written reports, presentations, and team discussions.
• Maintain laboratory activities and documentation in compliance with applicable quality system requirements, laboratory procedures, and safety practices.

Nice to Have:

• Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Materials Science.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, GC, LC/MS, GC/MS, UV-Vis, DSC, TGA, or NMR.
• Understanding of analytical method development, qualification, or validation for drug release or stability testing.
• Experience working within a regulated environment such as FDA, ISO, GMP, or GLP.
• Knowledge of controlled drug delivery systems.
• Exposure to pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) studies or preclinical model development.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Skills:

• Wet Lab Chemistry.
• Chemical Engineering.
• Biochemistry.
• Materials Science.
• Technical Writing.
• Analytical Chemistry.
• HPLC.
• UPLC.
• Drug Delivery Systems.
• Physicochemical Characterization.

Qualification And Education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 1+ years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, or a related product development environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Systems

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.