Job Title: Scientist – Analytical (2-Year Contract) Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (occasional weekends as needed) Industry: Biopharmaceuticals | Vaccine & mAb Manufacturing Overview We are seeking a highly motivated Analytical Scientist to join our Quality Control Method Transfer and Validation team on a 2-year contract. This role is ideal for a scientist with a strong background in analytical chemistry and a passion for supporting method validation and transfer in a cGMP-regulated environment. Key Responsibilities + Design, plan, and execute laboratory experiments independently. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement appropriate analytical methodologies, including computational and modeling tools. + Lead multiple analytical projects, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables. + Perform in-process and final product sample analyses in collaboration with the method development team. + Draft and review validation protocols, technical reports, and data summaries. + Evaluate new instrumentation and analytical techniques to enhance lab capabilities. + Analyze experimental data and provide clear, actionable insights. + Mentor junior scientists and provide technical guidance as needed. + Support project leads and senior scientists to meet critical deadlines. Required Skills & Experience + Hands-on experience with GMP,HPLC,UPLC, and Empower software. + Proven ability to independently execute assays and manage protocol deviations. + Strong background in pharmaceutical chemistry and analytical method validation. + Experience with Waters HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, PA 800, and plate-based assays. + Familiarity with LIMS, cGMP, and quality control systems. Education + Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Sanford,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.