Chemist 1

About the role

This role is part of the Small Volume Manufacturing team in Carlsbad, supporting small-scale manufacturing processes and the experimental products M4Ward™ program. The Small Volume team collaborates closely with R&D, Marketing, Quality Control, and Engineering teams to scale up and optimize production of new chemicals transferred from R&D and assist in transitioning production to high volume scale-up as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical SDS reviews and participate in safety reviews
• Support chemical purification by running purification systems and providing technical input on small-scale chemical purifications
• Perform chemical sampling and packaging and provide technical input on complex container fills and chemical handling
• Conduct vessel cleaning and breakdown
• Maintain a current chemical inventory
• Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Maintain a clean and efficient lab environment

Physical Attributes

• Wear full face air-purifying respirator and other PPE
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Stand, sit, or walk for up to 8 hours
• Raise arms up to and possibly above 90-degree angle

Schedule

Day shift position: Sunday – Thursday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related Life Science discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of P&IDs and basic engineering principles
• Experience working in gloveboxes
• Chemical distillation and sublimation knowledge
• Prior chemistry lab experience handling highly toxic chemicals, acids, and bases
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• A strong focus on quality and safety
• Experience using Microsoft suite including Word, Excel, Access, and SharePoint
• Experience using SAP, Intelex MOC, and LIMS systems
• Strong data analysis, attention-to-detail, and organizational skills

Pay

$32.00 – $50.00 per hour. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement contributions
• Other perquisites