Analytical Scientist

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct method development for customer and internal projects.
• Conduct analysis of samples for customer projects and internal research projects.
• Create and make presentations of work.
• Problem solve and troubleshoot for customer analytical projects in the lab primarily with EUDRAGIT® polymers and solid dosage forms.
• Operate HPLC (assay, related substances, degradants), dissolution (USP, UV Varian and Fiber Optic), content uniformity, DSC, optical microscopy, SEM and IR Spectrophotometer.
• Keep analytical lab and all analytical equipment/instruments clean and tidy.
• Contact outside vendors and order necessary supplies for the lab to ensure availability of raw materials for smooth operations.
• Perform & coordinate industrial hygiene programs to ensure compliance to applicable exposure limits for potent compounds and other industrial hazardous agents.
• Increase the awareness of safety through various communication tools for team by Representing EHS on committee, site safety meeting.
• Develop and maintain procedures and standards for Safety and Industrial Hygiene.
• Receive, store, dispense, ship and maintain records of controlled substances (CII-C IV).
• Procure, prepare, maintain, ship and order DEA 222 form.
• Maintain record and renew state and federal DEA licenses.
• Cookout, log-in and control inventory of DEA related API’s, excipients, reference standards and raw materials.
• Communicate with local and federal DEA officials as needed.
• Perform and keep records of the quarterly security systems check for CDS cage and safe.
• Ensure proper security controls are in place for shipping and receiving controlled drugs.
• To perform any other duties assigned by manager and/or supervisor.

Qualifications

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in analytical chemistry.
• Experience with HPLC, dissolution, content uniformity, DSC, optical microscopy, SEM and IR Spectrophotometer.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex analytical issues.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene practices and safety protocols.
• Ability to manage and maintain controlled substances and DEA licenses.
• Basic understanding of hazardous waste management and emergency response.