Senior Scientist II - Spanish ( Multiple Openings) - Military Veterans
at US Pharmacopeia
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 Master’s 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
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Job Category Chemistry & Scientific Standards
Job Type Full-Time
Rockville, MD
US Pharmacopeia (USP) is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization that has focused on building trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines since 1820. We are a public health organization that uses rigorous science and public quality standards setting to protect patient safety and improve global health. We are committed to building public trust and confidence in drug therapies to enable people to live longer and healthier, and also work to building trust in dietary supplements and food ingredients. Currently, we are working to strengthen the global supply chain so that the medicines people rely on are available when needed and work as expected. Our Volunteers USP standards are in a continuous process of review and revision based upon new evidence, emerging public health concerns, and public requests for revision. Input from our volunteers, through our Council of Experts and Expert Committees and Panels, is crucial for maintaining our standards and preserving public trust. Our Governing Bodies The USP Convention helps guide our areas of impact – nearly 500 Member Organizations from around the world contribute valuable perspectives, experiences, and expertise from across healthcare and science. In addition to collaborating on critical healthcare and science matters, every five years, Convention Members adopt USP Resolutions and elect USP’s Board of Trustees and the Council of Experts who lead USP’s standards-setting Expert Committees.