Analytical Chemistry Supervisor- 2nd Shift

About the role

The Supervisor, Analytical Chemistry (2nd Shift) oversees, schedules, and performs routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw material, finished product, and stability samples according to established procedures and regulatory guidelines. They ensure testing is completed within required timelines, reviews and interprets test results for accuracy and compliance, and leads investigations and troubleshooting with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, schedule and perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw material, finished product, and stability samples according to established procedures and regulatory guidelines; ensures testing is completed within required timelines.
• Reviews and interprets test results for accuracy and compliance; promptly notifies management of any unexpected or out-of-specification results and leads investigations and troubleshooting with minimal supervision.
• Supervises the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of analytical equipment (e.g., HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, TOC analyzer, Wet Chemistry testing equipment) used for raw material, finished product, and stability testing to ensure all instruments are operating within calibration and performance standards; coordinates repair and preventive maintenance activities as needed.
• Ensures team members maintain proficiency with all relevant equipment, systems, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) specific to raw material, finished product, and stability analysis.
• Keeps current with advances in analytical techniques, instrumentation, and regulatory expectations for raw material, finished product, and stability testing, with an emphasis on pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Provides leadership and support across all raw material, finished product, and stability testing workstations, facilitating cross-training and backup coverage as needed to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Ensures meticulous and compliant documentation of all testing activities, results, and investigations in accordance with cGMP and data integrity requirements.
• Leads the development, revision, and review of SOPs and laboratory documentation specific to raw material, finished product, and stability testing, ensuring timely updates to align with regulatory and operational changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Analytical Chemistry or related science field, with directly related experience of 3-4 years in an analytical chemistry laboratory within pharmaceutical industry.
• Hands-on experience with sample preparative chemistry and wet chemistry analysis per compendial monograph procedures.
• Understanding of instrumental analysis procedures utilized in a modern chemistry laboratory.
• Demonstrated competence with computer applications and programs related to laboratory applications.
• Knowledge of sampling methods and quality control systems.

Skills Preferred

• Good Judgement
• Expert Deductive Reasoning
• Expert Detail Oriented
• Advanced Analytical Instrumentation
• Expert Active Listening

Behaviors Preferred

• Thought Provoking
• Innovative
• Team Player
• Leader

Motivations Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact
• Flexibility
• Goal Completion
• Self-Starter

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or better in Analytical Chemistry or related field.

Education Required

Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications Preferred:

• Certification in HPLC

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