Analytical Data Specialist
Company: Eagle Analytical
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Details Description Position Summary The Analytical Data
Specialist is responsible for analyzing, tracking, and reporting
laboratory and business data to support Eagle Analytical’s
operations, quality, and compliance objectives. This role combines
data analytics, programming, and business intelligence with
hands-on laboratory testing support, ensuring timely and accurate
sample testing, data management, and documentation. The position
requires technical expertise in data analytics, relational
databases, and data visualization, as well as a strong
understanding of laboratory processes, SOP compliance, and quality
standards. What You Will Do Review analytical data, chromatographic
reports, calculations, and laboratory worksheets for completeness,
accuracy, and compliance with cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, A2LA, and
internal SOPs. Electronically sign off on data as both author and
reviewer, following established procedures to ensure data integrity
and regulatory compliance. Perform technical review and approval of
Out-of-Specification (OOS) and Out-of-Trend (OOT) investigations,
ensuring results meet regulatory and quality standards prior to
release. Maintain accurate and current documentation of laboratory
activities, SOPs, and forms. Write, revise, and review SOPs and
related forms in a timely manner as required. Support laboratory
compliance audits, internal quality audits, and safety audits.
Participate in investigations of deviations, errors, and
discrepancies, and assist with CAPA plans and risk assessments.
Communicate with laboratory staff to proactively address
documentation quality and resolve deficiencies. Perform routine and
non-routine chemical analyses using HPLC, UPLC, GC, and
spectrophotometry, as needed, under limited supervision. Process
raw data using laboratory information management systems (e.g.,
EagleTrax, Empower) and ensure proper documentation and
traceability. Perform routine testing on samples in a timely
manner, tracking and meeting assigned deadlines. Notify supervisors
promptly of unexpected test results and provide initial
problem-solving with minimal supervision. Perform maintenance,
calibration, and troubleshooting of assigned laboratory equipment
and systems; report calibration failures or repair needs promptly.
Maintain familiarity with all applicable laboratory equipment,
systems, and SOPs. Assist across workstations as needed, providing
backup support for all laboratory functions. Maintain clean,
orderly, and safe laboratory work areas while observing personal
safety protocols. Process and analyze data to generate reports to
support laboratory operations, quality review activities, and
timely release of results to clients and internal stakeholders.
Provide consultative support to customers regarding technical
questions related to testing, methods, or analytical results.
Participate in team discussions and contribute to achieving
laboratory goals. Stay current with emerging technology,
instruments, and regulatory changes, with emphasis on HPLC and
pharmaceutical analytical chemistry applications. Assist in
training new hires in entry-level or laboratory support positions.
Perform other duties and special projects assigned to support
laboratory and quality operations. Who You Are Bachelor’s or
Master’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry,
or a related science field. Minimum 2 years’ experience in a
regulated pharmaceutical analytical laboratory, or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Proficiency with
analytical instruments (HPLC, UPLC, GC, UV/Vis spectrophotometer),
including operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Experience
with LIMS (e.g., Empower, EagleTrax) and electronic data review.
Strong knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, USP, A2LA, and data
integrity principles. Experience with laboratory documentation,
technical review of analytical data, and OOS/OOT investigations.
Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication
skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with method
development, validation, and transfer; familiarity with regulatory
submissions and quality systems. Exposure to multiple laboratory
workstations, cross-functional operations, and providing technical
consultation is a plus. Knowledge of emerging analytical
technologies and pharmaceutical testing applications. Who We Are
Serving customers since 2004, Eagle offers the highest quality in
preparation testing for sterility, bacterial endotoxins, microbial
detection, beyond-use dating (BUD) determination and active
ingredient potency. State-of-the-art equipment, combined with the
experience and knowledge of our team, makes Eagle the best choice
for all testing needs. The Eagle team is committed not only to
performing the best quality control testing, but also working
relentlessly with our customers on solutions if tests receive
unexpected results. Learn more at www.eagleanalytical.com.
Qualifications Skills Preferred Written Communication Advanced Wet
Chemistry Expert Verbal Communication Advanced Technical Writing
Expert Deductive Reasoning Expert Analytical Instrumentation Expert
Behaviors Preferred Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all
details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated: Devoted to a
task or purpose with loyalty or integrity : Motivations Preferred
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of
tasks Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help :
Education Preferred Masters or better in Biochemistry or related
field. Masters or better in Chemistry or related field. Masters or
better in Pharmacy or related field. Experience Licenses &
Certifications Preferred Certification in HPLC Equal Opportunity
Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of
their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further
information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the
Department of Labor.
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