Analytical Chemist

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic and complex analyses of raw material and/or stability samples using chemical analytical techniques.
• Effectively document and communicate test results.
• Set up and operate laboratory equipment such as UV, HPLC, and Fluorometer, including any computerized software required for the operation of the equipment or analysis of results.
• Make recommendations with respect to the cause and resolution of equipment issues or malfunctions.
• Co-ordinate and prioritize sample analysis in consultation with other laboratory personnel.
• Conduct investigations of laboratory incidents and the investigation of out-of-specification and out-of-trend results.
• Document investigations in a clear, accurate, and concise fashion.
• Review the work for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform routine maintenance activities in the laboratory and participate in the qualification and periodic calibration of equipment.
• Participate in method transfer studies and in other laboratory testing to support compliance (e.g., testing of product validation samples).
• Write protocols and execute analytical method validations.
• Develop and execute testing protocols.
• Support exploratory testing to define test equipment, test fixtures, and test methods development.
• Participate in training, test methods validation, and execution of testing as needed.
• Write engineering test reports and final test reports.
• Install and validate equipment and/or test fixtures as needed, manage and maintain laboratory equipment and inventory.
• Support failure analysis.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry.
• Industrial experience in the use of HPLC and/or UPLC.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a must.
• Ability to understand and execute test procedures.
• Demonstrated attention to details and very organized.