Manager Analytical Development Jobs in Lexington, KY

Our Work Matters

At Kindeva, we make products that save lives, ensuring better health and well-being for patients around the world.

 Why Kindeva?

At Kindeva, we're more than a pharmaceutical manufacturer—we partner with leading pharmaceutical companies to develop and manufacture life-changing therapies that improve the lives of patients around the world.

Joining Kindeva means becoming part of a collaborative team where your work directly supports the successful delivery of therapies from development through commercialization. You'll work alongside experienced scientists and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment where scientific excellence, innovation, and collaboration make a meaningful impact every day.

 The Impact You Will MakeAdvance Science. Deliver Quality. Improve Lives.

Reporting to the Manager, Analytical Chemistry, the Analytical Chemistry Scientist II supports the development, validation, and transfer of analytical methods for components, excipients, drug substances, and drug products across multiple stages of pharmaceutical development. In this role, you'll apply your analytical expertise to generate high-quality scientific data that supports formulation development, regulatory submissions, technology transfers, and commercialization activities.

You'll collaborate with scientists, formulation development teams, quality, manufacturing, and external partners to develop robust analytical methods, troubleshoot technical challenges, and ensure laboratory activities are performed in compliance with cGMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements. Your scientific contributions will help ensure the safety, quality, and successful delivery of innovative therapies to patients around the world.

 In this role, you will:

• Develop, optimize, validate, and transfer analytical methods supporting pharmaceutical development and commercialization.
• Generate, interpret, and communicate analytical data to support formulation development, regulatory submissions, and technical decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex analytical challenges and support technology transfer activities.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, GLP, and company quality standards while producing accurate scientific documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory efficiency, analytical capabilities, and overall project success.

 ResponsibilitiesAnalytical Testing & Method Development

• Perform routine and non-routine testing of raw materials, in-process samples, drug substances, and finished drug products to support formulation and process development.
• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical test methods for components, drug substances, excipients, and drug products.
• Interpret and report analytical data with a high degree of accuracy and scientific integrity.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation, proposing and implementing effective solutions.
• Support qualification of new analytical laboratory equipment.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare technical documents including analytical method protocols, validation reports, technical reports, and SOPs.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and timely laboratory records in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all laboratory work complies with cGMP, GLP, and company quality standards.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams and contribute to CMC documentation for regulatory submissions (IND, NDA, ANDA).

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Support method transfer and qualification activities to internal and external laboratories (e.g., CROs, CDMOs).
• Prioritize personal workload to ensure that key objectives are met on time and to budget.
• Implement continuous improvement projects that improve laboratory effectiveness and organization.
• Support qualification of new analytical laboratory equipment.
• Utilize creative thinking to generate solutions to complex technical problems.
• Cross-functional training and execution of activities within the R&D Product Development & Design Team as needed.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes relevant to analytical sciences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 QualificationsRequired Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific field:
  • PhD or MS with 0+ years of experience; or
  • BS with 3+ years of experience; or
  • 7+ years of experience without a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong attention to detail and scientific rigor.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in analytical instrumentation and techniques including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, spray testing, and related analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with cGMP, ICH, and FDA guidelines.
• Competency in analytical data interpretation, documentation, and scientific reasoning.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an FDA-regulated environment.
• Experience with nasal spray drug products and devices.

 Physical Requirements

• Regularly use hands to handle laboratory materials and supplies.
• Use a computer for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Communicate effectively by telephone, electronic communication, and in person.
• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Utilize proper lifting techniques and remain aware of laboratory and workplace hazards.

 Join Our One Team Mission

At Kindeva, we're driven by one mission: improving patients' lives through innovation, scientific excellence, and collaboration. As part of our One Team culture, you'll work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about solving complex scientific challenges and advancing pharmaceutical development. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact while growing your career in analytical chemistry, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

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