Chemist (5035)

Ocean Bay, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking an experienced Chemist to join our Team in Arlington, VA.

The successful candidate will have a solid scientific background and use his or her knowledge of applying analytic methodologies and principles to address program needs and maintain program confidentiality. The Program Analyst III will perform a wide range of administrative, office and professional support activities, have strong communication and organizational skills, perform customer support services, data entry, research and analysis, interagency engagement and coordination, and support to customer managers to facilitate the efficient operation of the organization. The Program Analyst III will have initiative and perform other duties as assigned and necessary. Regular, predictable attendance is essential for satisfactory performance as is the ability to work both with minimal direction and within a team environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Serves as an organizational point of contact for internal and external customers on Schedule I controlled substances research issues. Track correspondence, documents, projects and directs documents calls, emails and correspondence from scientists, researchers and other government agencies to appropriate section or persons for response and comment.
• Reviews contemporary scientific and medical resources, journals and research on recent drugs of abuse and research trends to better serve organizational customers.
• Participate in research of existing and emerging regulatory issues, standards or guidance, dissemination of regulatory information to management and relevant research community participants. Assists internal and external entities with Schedule 1 research regulations, guidance and compliance and assist in resolution of administrative or technical issues affecting program areas of responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects and maintain regular communications with all parties involved in Schedule 1 controlled substances research applications.
• Works with local and regional offices responsible for Schedule 1 researcher applications. As requested, participate in discussions, meetings, conferences, and conference calls with agency administrative, subject matter experts, and technical personnel, and other federal agency officials.
• Participate in the planning, implementation and logistics of meetings and conferences.
• Participate in project performance team meetings to provide ideas, methods or processes for section performance improvement. Maintain program standard operating procedures, work instructions or policies and assist with compliance of all guidelines.
• Format, proofread, and edit letters in response to customer, scientists, public or governmental agency inquiries.
• Reviews scientific protocols and communications with researchers, internal partners and designated external governmental entities.
• Reviews Schedule I researcher applications, identifies deficiencies or missing criterial, communicates with scientists to collect necessary additional information, ensure regulatory compliance, coordinates reviews by other required governmental agencies, monitors and tracks application review process, and notifies relevant parities of completion of application.
• Provides outreach and organizational contact and resource to the scientific community about research on Schedule I controlled substances.
• Maintain regulatory files/database, applications, chronologies and a historical record of section projects to provide management updated statuses.
• Develop and maintains Schedule I researcher databases, analyses, statistics, outcomes and presentations. Utilize government database systems, spreadsheet and word processing software to generate and compose reports from databases. Perform data entry and reconcile database inconsistencies to ensure accurate data
• Performs necessary administrative support as required to include:
  • Answer, screen and transfer inbound phone calls
  • Handle requests for information and data; resolve administrative problems and inquiries
  • Prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, drafts memos, cables and emails
  • Maintain hard copy and electronic filing systems, scan documents into digital case files
  • Perform other related and/or administrative duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree with a solid scientific foundation in chemistry, biology, toxicology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacist or engineering.
• Must have 4 years experience working in a professional setting; relevant scientific and/or regulatory experience preferred, but candidates must be willing to acquire skills necessary via education and on-the-job training.
• Experience working with/on an Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), or similar committee not required but would enhance candidates ability to perform in the position.
• Experience with SharePoint management and computer software programs
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Possess knowledge of applying analytic methodologies and principles to address program needs.
• Advanced database, data analyst and data visualization skills required.

Abilities and Skills:

• Strong written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to details.
• Position requires strong analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to solve complex problems and work in a team environment.

Security Requirements :

Security Clearance Level: Public Trust

• Applicants selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.
• Successful Pass of Bennett Aerospace Background Investigation, Drug Screening and Credit Check.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000

This position is located in Arlington, Virginia

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Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.