Research Associate II - Analytical Chemistry

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Your Role

The Kidney Care R&D - Analytical Chemistry team currently has an opening for an experienced versatile Analytical Chemist who can be an analytical lead, direct and execute lab experiments in the Renal Care Solutions R&D chemistry lab. The successful candidate will effectively contribute solid technical knowledge to a variety of projects within the relevant discipline with minimal assistance and display basic technical understanding of related disciplines including:

• Support strategies and research projects, which are routine and non-routine within areas of expertise to address specific technical requirements of a project.
• Display a solid understanding of theories/practices utilized in the primary area of expertise.
• Support research or design strategies to achieve the technical vision for a new or improved product/process/method or to prove a new theory, applying a solid understanding of theories/practices including those from other disciplines outside the primary area of expertise.
• Provides assistance and interpretation of project results to team members and other key personnel.
• Direct or train other analytical chemists in the interpretation of results or new analytical techniques.

What you'll be doing

• Effectively contribute solid technical knowledge to a variety of projects within the relevant discipline.

• Independently or with the assistance of Senior Analytical Leads, support the design and execution of the analytical plan for exploratory, new product development, and sustaining projects.
• Conduct analytical problem-solving efforts to meet business needs.
• Collaborates with other functions such as project management, regulatory, formulation, manufacturing, and quality control in project teams.
• Perform SOP assessments, analytical method developments and validations, author protocols and reports, and may act as a study director.
• Transfers analytical methods to manufacturing plants, CRO and other R&D centers.
• Contributes to technical feasibility analysis of complex research and design concepts.
• Some knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and Quality System Regulations related to R&D (product development, design and safety) to ensure compliance in all research, data collection and reporting activities.
• Supports internal initiatives that enhance operational excellence.
• Reach conclusions based on research analysis and incorporate recommendations into larger projects.
• Share research outcomes, methodology and cycle-time reduction methods with team members and other divisional personnel.

What you'll bring

• Knowledge of analytical method development, validation and transfer.
• A good understanding of ICH, USP guidelines and cGxP practice.
• Some experience with a combination of the following instruments: ICP-MS, ICP-OES, IC, AA, UPLC/HPLC, GC, UV, Polarimeter, (NMR a plus) and other analytical instruments and software (Open Lab, ELN, Empower).
• Ability to learn quickly and to solve problems in a timely manner using analytical chemistry skills.
• Possess technical writing and computer skills (MS Word, Excel and etc.).
• Ability to organize, assess and communicate complex information that engages the project team.
• Ability to make decisions when provided with limited information and to make routine decisions independently.
• Ability to suggest experiments and draw meaningful conclusions from lab data in addition to critically review peers’ work.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Understand data management and data migration.
• Demonstrates flexibility and can shift gears comfortably.
• Interpret laboratory data and make recommendations to resolve technical challenges.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline (preferred Chemistry) with 3+ years of experience.

Wet Chemistry & Analytical lab experience, cGxP experience, cross-functional teamwork, and independent experimentation in method development and validation.

Vantive is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, commission, and/or long-term incentive. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview

US Benefits at Vantive

This is where your well-being matters. Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (“Aon PEP”), Vantive’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future.  The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently.  The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Vantive’s US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive

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