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Analytical Chemist

Bravado Pharmaceuticals is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist to join our growing pharmaceutical development and manufacturing team in the Tampa Bay area. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a GMP-regulated laboratory supporting pharmaceutical development, analytical testing, method development, validation, and commercial manufacturing.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of pharmaceutical analytical laboratory experience with expertise in chromatographic techniques, GMP documentation, and laboratory investigations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples.
• Operate and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation including:
• HPLC/UPLC
• GC/FID
• GC-MS (preferred)
• UV-Visible Spectroscopy
• FTIR
• Dissolution Systems
• TOC Analyzer
• Karl Fischer Titrator
• pH, Conductivity, and Osmolality instrumentation
• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods in accordance with ICH and USP guidelines.
• Prepare analytical protocols, reports, and laboratory documentation.
• Review chromatographic data for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct laboratory investigations including Out-of-Specification (OOS), Out-of-Trend (OOT), and laboratory deviations.
• Execute equipment qualifications including IQ/OQ/PQ as required.
• Assist with instrument calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Support technology transfer and process validation activities.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and electronic records in compliance with FDA cGMP requirements.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USP, ICH, and company quality systems.
• Assist in writing SOPs and laboratory procedures.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization in accordance with GMP standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Biochemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• or related scientific discipline
• 3–5 years of pharmaceutical analytical laboratory experience
• Experience working in:
• cGMP environment
• FDA-regulated laboratory

Required Technical Skills

Experience with:

• HPLC
• UPLC
• GC
• UV-Vis
• FTIR
• Dissolution
• TOC Testing
• Method Development
• Method Validation
• Stability Testing
• USP Compendial Testing
• Laboratory Investigations
• Analytical Documentation
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Empower, ChemStation, OpenLab, or similar chromatography software.
• Experience supporting FDA inspections.
• Experience with cleaning validation testing.
• Experience with injectable pharmaceuticals.
• Familiarity with USP <621>, <1225>, <1226>, and ICH Q2(R2).
• Experience with pharmaceutical development and scale-up.

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $60,000–$80,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Benefits may include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match (if applicable)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Performance Bonus Potential

Why Join Bravado Pharmaceuticals?

At Bravado Pharmaceuticals, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a fast-growing pharmaceutical company supporting innovative sterile and non-sterile drug development programs. You’ll gain experience across analytical development, GMP manufacturing, method validation, regulatory compliance, and commercial pharmaceutical production while working alongside experienced scientists and quality professionals.

Bravado Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.