R&D Chemist, Microbiology

Pay Rate Low: 25 | Pay Rate High: 30A growing organization in a GMP-regulated environment is seeking a Microbiology-focused R&D Chemist to join its Research & Development team. This role is responsible for converting product concepts into physical products through formulation, laboratory testing, method validation, and plant trials.The ideal candidate will bring strong formulation experience, a solid foundation in method validation, and exposure to microbiology-related activities.Located in Columbus, INDirect hirePay: $25-30/hourKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and optimize formulations to support new product developmentPrepare laboratory solutions and reagentsPerform routine chemical testing on products under developmentSupport microbiological testing activities related to product development and investigationsWrite and execute method validation studiesAssist in the development and execution of cleaning and sanitization proceduresMaintain and clean R&D and production equipment following R&D useCompile and analyze R&D data, results, and observationsMaintain accurate and detailed laboratory notebook documentationEnsure adherence to GMP regulations and internal quality standardsCoordinate shipment of chemical and microbiological samples to external laboratoriesAssist with batching and filling line trialsSupport plant trials and scale-up activitiesPerform additional duties as neededQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field (preferred)Hands-on experience in a chemical laboratory, ideally within a manufacturing environmentStrong knowledge of formulation and method validationExperience with chromatography techniquesFamiliarity with cleaning processes for commercial pharmaceutical equipmentMicrobiology background preferred, including experience with"This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!”#INDBH