Job Title:
Chemist I
Company: Planet Pharma
Location: North Chicago, IL
Created: 2026-04-15
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job DescriptionTarget PR Range: 20-27/hr*Depending on experience Description Product Development Science and Technology (PDS&T), Analytical Development - Lake County (AD-LC) is a global analytical sciences organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of therapeutic biologic products. Our scope includes diverse pipeline of innovative therapeutic biologics medicines, including monoclonal antibodies, antibody drug conjugates (ADC), and other novel modalities, and spans support from clinical proof of concept through the transition of analytical methods and testing to commercial labs to support product launch. The Analytical Development - Lake County group within PDS&T is responsible for support of programs that are preparing for commercial development. The team leads commercial method development, optimization, robustness, and validation. In collaboration with cross-functional partners, the team supports commercial formulation and process development studies. The team also leads tech transfer of final methods to commercial testing labs in Operations QC across the network. Key deliverables include product control strategies informed by analytical data and method understanding; robust analytical methods suitable for commercial QC labs; comprehensive data packages that drive product and process understanding; clinical supplies release testing and stability studies to establish clinical product dating; substantial clinical trial application and marketing authorization submission content. The Analytical Development - Lake County group within PDS&T is looking for a contractor to support laboratory activities and routine testing. Additional laboratory testing to be assigned as appropriate. Associated training will be provided.Key Responsibilities and Qualifications• BS in Chemistry (or similar field) 0 - 2 years of experience.• Experience with routine laboratory activities (e.g., sample preparation, weighing, pipetting, pH measurement, solution preparation, etc.) preferred.• Ability to maintain a laboratory notebook in compliance with Good Laboratory/Manufacturing Practices preferred.• Independent understanding and execution of established methods and techniques including operation of the relevant software required once training is complete.• Ability to multitask and work within timelines requiredEqual Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.Fraud Alert: Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet Pharma domain (@, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.