Senior Research Chemist (Drug Product) - Eurofins CDMO Alphora, Inc.

We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Research Chemist to lead and execute analytical activities supporting Drug Product Development and GMP operations. In this critical role, you’ll take ownership of analytical services across the product lifecycle—contributing to innovation, quality, and regulatory compliance.
You will play a key role in method development, transfer, and phase-appropriate validation, while also supporting QC release, stability programs, and investigations. As a senior member of the team, you may also mentor or oversee junior staff, helping drive excellence across the lab.
This role is ideal for a hands-on scientific leader who thrives in a fast-paced GMP environment, with a strong focus on problem-solving, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Highlights:
· Lead analytical method development, transfer, and validation for oral drug products
· Support QC release testing, stability studies, and investigations (OOT/OOS/Deviations)
· Author and review GMP documentation including methods, specifications, protocols, and SOPs
· Troubleshoot and maintain analytical instruments (HPLC, GC, KF, etc.)
· Ensure compliance with cGMP, GLP, and regulatory guidelines (ICH)
· Help foster a safe, compliant, and high-performing laboratory environment
· Potential to supervise or mentor team members
B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemistry with >10 years experience or Ph.D in Chemistry with >5 years experience in the pharmaceutical-related field industry
Must have a strong knowledge of drug product development and hands-on experience in analytical development
Must be highly motivated and have a proven record of success in multiple projects
Must be well organized and able to meet project timeline commitments
Must work well in a multi-disciplinary team environment and have excellent written and verbal communication skills
The starting annual base compensation for this position is $75,000 CAD. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Disclaimer: Salary information posted on sites other than the official careers page does not reflect the organization’s compensation and may represent estimated ranges provided by third-party job boards. The organization offers competitive wages and a comprehensive total rewards package, which will be discussed during the interview process.
At Eurofins CDMO Alphora, we leverage artificial intelligence (AI) technology to support our recruitment process, including preliminary screening of applications and resumes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
This posting is for a talent pool to support future hiring needs and does not correspond to an existing vacancy.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No