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Analytical Instrumentation SpecialistSolid State Pharma • Halifax, NS Canada
Analytical Instrumentation Specialist

Analytical Instrumentation Specialist

Solid State Pharma • Halifax, NS Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Responsibility

  • Instrument Maintenance & Performance Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a wide range of instruments, including: XRPD, DSC, TGA, HPLC/UPLC/MS, GC (incl. headspace), KF, BET surface area analyzers, DVS systems, EasyMax / process reactors, FBRM / in situ monitoring tools, and many more listed on SSPI website Troubleshoot instrument issues and minimize downtime Maintain instrument uptime KPIs
  • Calibration & Qualification Execute and document: IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, routine calibrations and performance verification, ensure instruments meet GMP / regulatory requirements where applicable, maintain calibration schedules and traceability (including external vendors)
  • Vendor & Service Management Act as primary liaison with instrument vendors: service calls, repairs and troubleshooting, software upgrades and firmware updates, manage service contracts and evaluate vendor performance, coordinate external calibration providers
  • Documentation & Compliance Maintain: instrument logs, maintenance records, calibration certificates, support QMS requirements, audits, and inspections, assist in developing and updating SOPs for instrument use and maintenance
  • Analytical Support (Secondary Role) Assist scientists with: basic analytical runs when required, train staff on proper instrument operation and best practices
  • Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to: improve instrument utilization (e.g., underused tools like photostability chamber, water activity systems), reduce downtime and maintenance costs, support implementation of predictive maintenance strategies, evaluate new instrumentation and upgrades
  • Other tasks as assigned

Education & Experience

B.Sc./MSc. in analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering; or advanced technical diploma in instrumentation technology, chemical laboratory technology.

Experience (Must Have)

More than 3 years of hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation in pharmaceutical, CRO, chemical or analytical industry.

Experience (Preferred)

Familiarity with GMP / GLP environments, instrument qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), experience interacting directly with vendors/service engineers

Skills

  • Strong troubleshooting mindset (mechanical + software + analytical)
  • Ability to bridge engineering and science
  • Excellent organization and documentation discipline
  • Vendor negotiation and communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize across multiple instruments and teams

Closing Date

Open until filled.

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