Senior Scientist II - Spanish ( Multiple Openings)
- Employer
- United States Pharmacopeia
- Location
- Rockville, MD
- Start date
- Sep 26, 2024
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Biotechnology
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
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- BioCapital, Best Places to Work
Job Details
Description
Job Duties :
Works closely with a team of high-performing scientists and translators responsible for the production of documentary standards in Spanish, scientifically equivalent to the original English versions. Edits and proofreads scientific content of USP-NF, and other USP documents translated into Spanish for scientific accuracy. Assists in planning the workflow process for translation and scientific revision. Identifies deficiencies and suggests corrective actions for consideration by senior USP staff. Identifies errors in chemical names of drug substances and formulas and suggests corrective actions, including the maintenance of errata system in English and Spanish. Compiles new entries to include in an English-Spanish scientific glossary to be reviewed and approved by senior staff and the bilingual expert panel. Actively participates in the maintenance and update of the Spanish scientific resources. Makes style recommendations to Spanish editors and translators, including maintenance of the guidance documents for editorial style. Researches scientific literature in Spanish and English to resolve issues with unclear text. Communicates with scientific staff as needed to ensure accuracy, quality and clarity of the translated text. Reviews USP Spanish scientific documents as necessary. Keeps abreast of current trends and developments in related scientific fields. Performs other duties related to scientific translation/edition as required/assigned. Spanish language required
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely-related field plus 10 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in a pharmaceutical occupation. In the alternative, employer will accept Masters degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely-related field plus 7 years of experience in a pharmaceutical occupation or Ph.D. degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely-related field plus 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical occupation. The required experience must have included each of the following:
- 5 years of experience working with USP-NF analytical methods and standards, or other compendial standards;
- 5 years of experience in the areas of physicochemical analysis, bioassays, and microbiology for pharmaceutical products;
- 5 years of experience with pharmaceutical terminology in Spanish related to regulatory, analytical, quality control/assurance fields;
- 5 years of experience working with scientific/technical documents in Spanish.
Please apply online at https://usp.jobs/ Refer to Job code #SS2S/20421.14.10.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Job Category Chemistry & Scientific Standards
Job Type Full-Time
Company
USP is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization focused on building trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines. We are working to strengthen the global supply chain so that the medicines people rely on for health are available when needed and work as expected. We do this through establishing public scientific standards and programs that help ensure billons of people around the world have access to safe and quality products.
USP aspires to be a diverse, inclusive, innovative, and engaging organization that empowers and engages staff and volunteers to contribute to its mission to improve global health. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, personality, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, family status, and where they can contribute their full potential to accomplish our mission.
At USP, you’ll join a talented and diverse team of 1,200 scientific, technical and public health professions, working in state-of-the-art facilities and collaborating with the world’s leading experts from industry, academia, healthcare, and government to address public health challenges and advance cutting-edge innovation.
Whether you’re helping to establish new USP standards, creating key resources to address emerging health issues, or providing critical technical assistance in the developing countries, you’ll be inspired by the positive impact your work has on building public trust and a healthier tomorrow.
- Website
- http://www.usp.org/
- Location
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12601 Twinbrook Parkway
Rockville
Maryland
20852
US
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