Job Description

About PPB Analytical Inc.:

PPB Analytical Inc. is a trusted ISO 17025-accredited laboratory offering analytical testing services for Natural Health Products (NHPs), pharmaceuticals, and wellness-related products. Our mission is to deliver accurate, regulatory-compliant data through scientific innovation and integrity.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated senior

R&D Scientist

with strong expertise in

Natural Health Product testing

. The ideal candidate will lead

method development and validation projects

, ensuring compliance with

Health Canada regulations

and supporting the expansion of our NHP testing services.

Key Responsibilities:

Research, develop, and validate new analytical methods

for NHP ingredients and finished products using techniques such as HPLC, GC, ICP-MS, UV-Vis, etc. Design and execute validation protocols in alignment with Health Canada, USP, and ISO 17025 requirements. Collaborate with regulatory, QA/QC, and technical teams to implement validated methods into production workflows. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Health Canada's NHP monographs and regulatory guidelines. Ensure data integrity, proper documentation, and SOP development. Support client-specific projects and provide technical insights as needed.

Required Qualifications:

M.Sc. or PHD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline. Minimum 3 years of experience in an R&D or method development role within an NHP or pharmaceutical testing lab. Strong understanding of Health Canada's NHPD regulations and validation standards. Proficient in HPLC and related analytical instrumentation. Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and organizational skills. Strong commitment to lab safety and ethical practices.

Preferred Assets:

Experience with botanical testing, stability studies, or method transfer. Familiarity with GMP/GDP environments and regulatory audits. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative R&D setting.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person