Data Processing Chemist

Position Summary

ARL Bio Pharma is a leading pharmaceutical quality and safety testing laboratory known for its excellence in quality science and customer service. The Data Processing Chemist I role is entry-level, focusing on supporting chemists in efficient sample processing. This role uses various technical software and critical thinking to format data in compliance with internal, federal, and industry guidelines. The Data Processing Chemist develops problem-solving skills by identifying and resolving testing issues within assigned task groups, participating in departmental discussions, and executing daily tasks using Microsoft Office products, LIMS, and other web-based systems. Due to federal regulations, medical marijuana cards are not accepted, and random drug testing is conducted on all employees.

Position Duties

• Perform various processing tasks with various instrument software, lab equipment, and word processing programs, such as Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Process detailed Chromatography data for Quality Management System (QMS) compliance, reporting, and correcting any errors or discrepancies within guidelines and specifications.
• Accurately record results of tests and samples in compliance with internal company guidelines, work instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and QMS.
• Maintain data review and compliance with adherence to department standard operation procedures, safety, industry, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate and generate unique ideas involving process streamlining and efficiently meeting deadlines.
• Maintain Laboratory environment by cleaning and orderly work areas, desks, and office space.
• Assists department inventory reporting needs as appropriate personnel.

Position Requirements

• Associate Degree in Chemistry or related Science Field – or equivalent Diploma with 1 year of experience in a Laboratory or Pharmaceuticals industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or equivalent Diploma with 2 years of experience in Laboratory or Pharmaceuticals industry is preferred.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional Laboratory environment using typical protection equipment (Eye protection, Gloves, Lab Coats, etc.).
• This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• Periodic exposure to toxic and/or hazardous chemicals, solvents, and other environmental substances.
• Exposure to strong odors, and varying temperatures.
• The noise level is moderate.
• Predominantly English-speaking workplace.
• Attendance at the office is required.

Physical Requirements

• Routinely stand and walk in operations of duties including walking between buildings daily and some filing is required.
• This position would require the ability to lift 50 Lbs. (If an object weighs more than 50 Lbs., ARL requires this to be a two-person job or use of carts).
• Ability to sit and stand in front of a computer and/or laboratory equipment for extended periods, with intermittent twisting/bending to reach instruments or supplies surrounding equipment.
• Ability to use hand strength and finger dexterity to perform grasping and fine manipulation of precise equipment.
• Operation of standard office equipment.
• Must be fluent in written and spoken English to receive and communicate information for standard and complex operations and emergencies clearly and accurately.
• Requires visual acuity to read and write words and numbers and to see in the normal visual range including ability to distinguish colors and shapes with or without correction.
• Requires hearing in the normal audio range and communicating accurately with or without correction.

AAP/EEO Statement

ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Improper interference with the ability of ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these characteristics.