Lead Analytical Scientist

Job Description SummaryThe Analytical Chemistry department is scientifically responsible for developing, evaluating, and validating analytical methods, and the related analytical documentation packages for early phase research projects and NPIs within Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx), Research & Development.
The Lead Analytical Scientist will step in as maternity leave cover and have a key role in our team, supporting the continuous development of a contrast media product. Activities include HPLC development and routine analyses activities, as well as supporting chemistry and formulation development. The Scientist will also be expected to work with ICP-OES / ICP-MS analyses techniques and contribute to the GxP housekeeping activities as part of the job.

Job Description

GE Healthcare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our mission is to improve lives in the moments that matter. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

Responsibilities: 

• To provide analytical expertise in the development, validation, and application of chromatography methods, especially HPLC.
• You will be engaged in hands-on work in the laboratory, but some follow-up of external partners will occur.
• Actively participate in cross-functional project team meetings, report project progress to project leaders and line manager, provide written technical reports as required.
• Produce scientific reports & documentation to support regulatory documentation packages.
• We will look for a person with hands-on experience of additional analytical techniques, and with the ability of multitasking.
• If needed training in ICP-OES and ICP-MS will be provided for analyses work needed in the project.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry. Experience with chromatography methods is essential.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of analytical chemistry method development and validation principles according to ICH and other applicable guidelines (FDA, EMEA, etc).
• Strong documentation skills
• Highly motivated with a passion for rigorous science with a strong drive for continuous improvement.

• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment within a team.
• Having the ability to work in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment and prioritize work as assigned.
• English - fluent verbal and written.

Desired Characteristics/Skills:

• Experience in other analytical techniques, such as: ICP, NMR, GC, Spectroscopy.
• Experience in working under GMP or in an accredited laboratory.
• Comfortable working in a Norwegian language environment.
• Knowledge about the regulatory requirements for analytical methods across the drug development pipeline.
• Familiarity and working knowledge in applying quality by design (QbD) and design of experiments (DoE) principles.

Inclusion and Diversity

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Behaviors

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Total Rewards

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

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