AR&D Senior Scientist
About LTS Lohmann:
LTS Lohmann Therapy Systems is a premier, global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and partner the pharma industry trusts most to deliver innovative oral, transdermal, and intradermal drug delivery systems. From concept to market, launch to lifecycle management, we deliver single source oral and transdermal drug delivery solutions that power partners’ market advantage. Every one of our 1,000 plus members of the LTS family, across three continents, is focused on utilizing our collective strength and innovation to explore new therapeutic opportunities, maximize partner value and improve patient outcomes.
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Job Summary
LTS Lohmann is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Analytical R&D Sr. Scientist to join our team. You will play a crucial role in supporting the development and commercialization of our innovative products such as transdermal patches and oral thin films. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analytical chemistry, with a focus on method development, validation, and scale-up for pharmaceutical products.
This is a full time, on site role located in West St. Paul, MN
What You Will Do:
- Provide analytical support for a range of products, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with QbD standards and regulatory requirements.
- Support scale-up activities for all projects to commercial scale.
- Develop, optimize, and scale-up analytical methods for various dosage forms.
- Create and review technical documents, including analytical method development reports, protocols, and standard operating procedures.
- Perform bench work, such as HPLC, GC, and dissolution
Your Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science field with 6-8+ years of experience.
- Minimum 6-8 years of experience in a cGMP or cGLP laboratory environment.
- Expertise in HPLC, GC, and dissolution techniques.
- Experience using chromatographic software (Empower 3 preferred).
- Proven analytical, technical writing, communication, and data management skills.
- Ability to design and execute experimental studies, analyze data, and author/review protocols and reports.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for analytical instrumentation.
- Knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, USP, and regulatory requirements for pharmaceuticals.
- Highly motivated and self-driven individual with the ability to work independently and multi-task.
- Ability to lead analytical aspects of projects and mentor junior team members.
Preferred Skills:
- 8+ years of experience in the FDA drug/pharmaceutical industry.
- In-depth knowledge of analytical method development and validation.
- Experience in the development of pharmaceutical dosage forms and polymeric drug delivery systems, with emphasis on transdermals.
- Understanding of polymer science, drug and formulation characterization, optimization, and scale-up.
- 2-4 yrs leadership and supervisory experience. Ability to mentor junior members.
- Project management experience related to analytical methods.
- Background in large molecule and small molecule analytical analysis
We offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- The chance to contribute to improving patient lives
If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!
LTS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Department/Division: Laboratory
Reports to: Analytical Director/Analytical Lab Manager