Job Description
Job Title:  Regulatory Scientist
Req Id:  3060
Work Model:  On-Site
Company:  Altria Client Services
State/Province:  Virginia
Job Description: 

 

Help power scientific innovation by managing the end-to-end lifecycle of research samples and data for a Fortune 500 Company! Do you have experience in laboratory operations, sample management, or LIMS systems? Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting scientific excellence? If so, we want to speak with you!

 

We are currently seeking a Regulatory Scientist to join our Regulatory Affairs (RA) organization in Richmond, VA.

 

The Regulatory Scientist is responsible for the end-to-end coordination, tracking, and management of samples across internal laboratories and external partners. This role ensures accurate sample intake, prioritization, testing alignment, and data integrity within LIMS systems. The position plays a critical role in enabling efficient laboratory operations, maintaining compliance, and supporting high-quality data generation through cross-functional collaboration and process execution.

In this role, you will:

  • Perform and manage the processes to receive and dispense samples including, but not limited to, Shipping samples to external labs, Handling sample retains, Returning samples to submitters and Discarding of samples.
  • Collaborate with laboratory management, scientists, and technicians to clarify testing requirements, schedule, and prioritize meeting customer requirements.
  • Use laboratory information management (LIMS) software and database to log samples for tests, track progress of tests and generate final reports
  • Handle sample shipment to and retrieval from off-site storage, requires PPE and lifting boxes of 50 lbs.
  • Routine monitoring of refrigerators and freezers.

We want you to have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field
  • 1 year of relevant work experience in Analytical Sciences
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft office products
  • Ability to query using SQL is desirable
  • Good interpersonal skills as well as independent and critical thinking to manage customer and laboratory interactions with minimal supervision
  • Managing multiple priorities, various sample types, potentially high sample volumes and demanding time constraints and planning/organizing work accordingly
  • Ability to make sound, independent technical/administrative decisions regarding data review/analysis and to establish workload priority based on experience and technical knowledge

 

 

 

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $72,900.00 - $107,100.00.    

 

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

 

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

  • Work where life works for you — with flexible and remote options that fit your world, not the other way around.
  • Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully
  • A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real
  • Get recognized for your work – annual merit increases and performance bonus
  • A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary
  • Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends
  • Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
  • Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
  • Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life
  • A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference

 

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

 

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

 

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we’ve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn.