Chemist II

Job Description

The Chemist II performs quality control testing of raw materials, in-process goods, and final products with minimal supervision. Uses knowledge of corporate policies to resolve routine problems.

• Perform and quality control testing for raw materials, in-process and final product samples according to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and cGMP guidelines.
• Complete testing documentation and data entry as required for procedures and tests performed.
• Apply knowledge to analyze issues and use judgment to make decisions.
• Utilize cGMP practices in documentation and execution of job functions.
• Perform instrument calibration or qualification according to written procedures.
• Write and revise SOPs and/or participate in validation Protocol execution, as needed.
• Perform testing as needed to generate data for qualification/validation and special projects.
• Fulfill requests from management for assistance in other matters as needed.
• Accountable for following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhering to cGMP guidelines.
• Review documentation on trained tasks as assigned by QC management.
• Use technical and scientific knowledge to recommend solutions to problems.
• Train new hires.
• Maintain inventory to ensure reagents / supplies are available for testing.

Education Requirements

A B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related science discipline.

Experience Requirements

• At least three years of experience in a laboratory setting.

Essential Knowledge

• Familiarity with chemical and biochemical testing is necessary.
• The individual should have experience in one or more of the following analytical instrumentations:
• HPLC, GC, UV/Vis Spectrophotometer, IR spectroscopy, and/or total airborne and viable airborne particulate counters.
• Perform math calculations involving dilutions, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Understand and follow instructions, record information, find solutions to practical problems or request assistance.
• Able to use personal computer for data entry.

Preferred Experience

• Prioritization of education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related science discipline.
• Prioritization of experience: At least three years of experience in a laboratory setting.

Benefits

• 401K plan with employer match and immediate vesting
• Medical, Vision, Life and Dental Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Company paid STD and LTD
• Company Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks’ Paid Time Off (within the first year)
• Tuition Assistance (after the first year)
• Easily accessible to Tri-Rail
• Free shuttle to the Boca Tri-Rail station