Chemist

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client seeks a dedicated Chemist responsible for the day-to-day operations within the laboratory. Key duties include analyzing various types of quality control samples, ensuring adherence to approved test methods, and accurately documenting all analyses. The position supports the QA/QC organization by using problem-solving skills to aid in investigations and develop SOPs and test methods for the laboratory. Effective communication, detail orientation, organizational skills, and the use of analytical instrumentation are essential as the incumbent plans and responds to the analytical needs of a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze Quality Control Samples including Raw Material, In-Process, Finished Product, Stability, Validation, and Special Samples.
• Follow approved test methods and properly record analyses.
• Aid during laboratory testing investigations, recommending potential solutions.
• Develop standard operating procedures and test methods for laboratory use.
• Prepare, analyze, and calculate final results for all analytical sample types submitted to Pharmaceutical QC.
• Ensure daily production schedules are met by planning and responding to laboratory needs.
• Properly sort and dispose of hazardous waste analytical sample solutions and maintain the chemical cleanliness of work areas.
• Assist weekly in laboratory supply and reagent inventory.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in FDA regulations, GMP/GLP/GCP, Lean Manufacturing, Six-Sigma, etc.
• Ability to implement laboratory Standard Operating Procedures related to instrument use, sample analysis, document generation, control, personal safety, and environmental safety.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to pass a DEA background check.

Experience

• 3+ years laboratory experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory.

Skills

• Effective communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass a DEA background check.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

* As a job position within our Life Sciences division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: high-risk work environments (warehouse or industrial areas), high-risk/ high-error job duties that could result in life-threatening injury or death, operation of heavy-duty machinery, working with hazardous chemicals, exposure to other dangerous materials, such as drugs and sharp instruments. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.