Senior NPI Associate - Innovation

Parnell is on an exciting growth trajectory and we're looking for a Senior NPI Associate - Innovations to join our New Product Introduction team, in our facility in Alexandria. The New Product Introduction (NPI) team requires an additional analytical chemist to support the growth phase of Parnell. As a Senior NPI Associate, you will act as the primary SME for the NPI group to support the business innovation plans. This role will participate in activities such as process validations, transfer activities between laboratories, evaluation of second source vendors including liaison with vendors, confirmatory analysis of material and products and other analytical activities to support the business plan.

This person will form part of the multi-department New Product Introduction and Innovations Team as an Analytical Chemist representative. Strong documentation development and management practice including quality by design practices is desired. The role will report to the Vice President - NPI.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Participate as NPI SME in cross-department projects focusing on innovation projects and new product commercialization.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders throughout entire project.
• Analytical chemist responsible for analytical testing required to evaluate and bring in second source suppliers for key products (role will include lab-based formulation or spiking studies).
• Manage and Vendor Qualify any new material vendors required of the innovations project plan.
• Update raw material specifications to support the changes in the project plan.
• Perform lab scale development stability testing (T0-T6) to evaluate innovative changes to existing products.
• Prepare and/or review protocols and reports for product stability studies (if required to support the innovative change).
• Act as a co-contributor with the QC group (as analytical chemist) for the implementation of chosen business innovation / commercialization plans.
• Participate in execution of new analytical method validations, forced degradation studies and product degradation profiles (where required).

ABOUT YOU

You're a proactive, solutions-focused and enthusiastic who takes pride in your work and thrives in a fast-paced, regulated environment. You bring:

• B.Sc. /B.A.Sc. or equivalent degree majoring chemistry or a related discipline preferable with a Ph.D. or M.Sc.
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in analytical test laboratory within the pharmaceutical industry (human or veterinary), specifically in HPLC analysis using empower software.
• Experience in analytical method validation activities (desirable).
• A highly developed competence in cGMP/cGLP document and SOP/report writing and authorization.
• Project management and technical transfer experience is favorable.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Exceptionally strong writing skills relevant to quality documents and reports.
• Be able to work autonomously and as a team.
• The ability to communicate effectively with personnel from all levels.
• Outstanding attention to detail and the ability to identify potential issues while making timely and accurate decisions.

WHY PARNELL?

We're not your average pharmaceutical company. Parnell is a globally operating animal health business on an upward trajectory and we're building the team that will take us there. You'll matter here. As part of a close-knit, high-performing team, your contributions directly shape outcomes for the animals and customers we serve. You'll be part of something meaningful, delivering animal health solutions that make a real, measurable difference to our customer's success. You'll work alongside people who share your commitment to Professionalism, Excellence, Teamwork, and Safety and Sterility.

WHO ARE WE?

Parnell Veterinary Pharmaceuticals is a globally operating animal health company with a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Alexandria, Sydney, a facility in Menomonie, WI, and a dynamic corporate hub in Kansas City driving commercial operations, sales, marketing, digital technology, and corporate services. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of animal health partnering with veterinarians, producers, and pet parents to deliver innovative, differentiated solutions that create real, measurable improvements. Bold ideas and continuous improvement aren't just welcomed here, they're expected! Parnell is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.