Local Analytical Definition Specialist

Turn scientific requirements into clear, accurate laboratory workflows. In this detail-focused role, you will translate analytical methods, specifications, stability protocols, and group guidance into configured templates within a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Your work helps laboratory teams execute testing accurately, consistently, and on time for BioPharmaceutical and Medical Device clients.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

You will connect scientific documentation, laboratory operations, project management, and business processes. The quality of your configurations directly supports reliable test execution and a strong client experience.

Position Description

• Build, maintain, and peer review analytical definition templates in LIMS using approved analytical methods, specifications, certificates of analysis, stability protocols, request information, and group work aids.

• Partner with laboratory technical contacts, project managers, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and determine the correct template configuration.

• Collaborate with teammates to share responsibilities and provide support during workload spikes, ensuring critical deadlines and client commitments are met.

• Work with leadership to evaluate assigned requests, identify missing or conflicting information, and proactively resolve questions that could affect quality or timelines.

• Prioritize work based on deadlines, client needs, and established group priorities while keeping leadership informed of progress, delays, and obstacles.

• Perform detailed reviews to confirm that each build matches the request, follows documented requirements, and is free from errors or typographical issues.

• Maintain current knowledge of systems, procedures, GMP/GLP requirements, work aids, and process updates through assigned training and self-directed learning.

• Contribute ideas, feedback, and workflow data that support process improvement, quality, productivity, and a positive team environment.

• Comprehensive classroom and hands-on training will be provided to ensure your success, including structured onboarding, technical instruction, and ongoing development opportunities.

What Success Looks Like

• Develop proficiency in building and reviewing analytical definitions with increasing independence.

• Consistently produce accurate work, meet assigned deadlines, and learn from feedback to improve first-pass quality.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with technical teams, project managers, leadership, and internal clients.

• Take ownership of your workload, ask thoughtful questions, and adapt as priorities, systems, or processes change.

• Provide prompt, courteous support and build productive relationships with requestors and process stakeholders.

The ideal candidate possesses the following

• Familiarity with analytical methodology, specifications, certificates of analysis

• Strong computer, scientific, organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

• Ability to learn new tasks, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, show attention to detail

• Experience in Laboratory Information Management Systems

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Ability to learn technical concepts, follow controlled procedures, and adapt to evolving work processes.

• Bachelor's degree in science, business, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is Full-time, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with additional hours, as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA  are encouraged to apply.

We offer excellent full-time benefits including

• Comprehensive medical coverage,

• Life and disability insurance,

• 401(k) with company match,

• Paid holidays and vacation,

• Dental and vision options.

The company USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

The company Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, the company laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The company network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, the company has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. The company companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.