Chemist II

Salary Range: $71,000 - $75,000/yr DOE

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Chemistry / Biochemistry preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years in FDA regulated environment working in QC laboratory.
• A foundation in analytical technique, with hands-on sample preparation and operation of analytical equipment and software required.
• Strong HPLC experience required with trouble shooting skills.
• Experience with GC, FTIR, UV Spec, ICP and other analytical instrumentation preferred.
• Experience with wet chemistry.
• Experience with data analysis (MS Excel) and proficiency with MS Word required.
• Experience with raw material, stability, in-process, and finished product testing.
• Demonstrate good laboratory practices.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Flexible availability.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform analysis in the functional areas of analytical testing using modern analytical equipment such as HPLC, FTIR, UV, GC, ICP, as well as Wet Chemistry using titration techniques.
• Provide analytical testing in support of production, analyzes Raw Material, In-Process, Finished product, Stability samples and investigational samples and analyzes and interprets the test data and document result in a timely manner.
• Thorough understanding and compliance with FDA cGMPs / cGLPs / USP / ICH / SOPs / Test Methods and other recognized standards.
• Share in the responsibilities of housekeeping (i.e. glassware, waste, retains, lab waste disposal, etc.).
• Communicate lab test data, data review, and reporting of OOS / QR / OOT test results to the lab manager.
• Provide ideas/feedback for areas where efficiency can be implemented in the lab through the 5S process improvement program.
• Support all general safety and all pharmaceutical compliance requirements.
• Communicate with management regarding calibration services in the upkeep of lab instrumentation.
• Initiate and complete analytical test methods associated with raw materials, finished products, and lab instrumentation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Employees are required to wear eye protection and lab coats while in the lab
• Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lb.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 lb.
• Ability to regularly stand, sit and walk to perform tasks.