Entry-Level Chemist 1

This is a full-time, onsite position located in Morrisville, NC.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Pay

$23.00 - $27.00 per hour

The salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.

About the role

Pace® Life Sciences delivers a comprehensive suite of contract CMC development, CTM manufacturing, regulatory compliance, consulting, and facility support services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and gene therapy industries. Operating across a network of CDMO sites, GMP analytical testing laboratories, and manufacturing support centers, we partner with clients to efficiently advance programs from early development through commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Provides fundamental analysis in support of standard testing materials, products and/or devices utilizing standard analytical instrumentation; follows Standard Operating Procedures and methods to perform testing.
• Provides fundamental review, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of testing results.
• Oversees or reviews, completes, and processes various types of standard chemistry forms, documents, databases, and related materials and information.
• Provides fundamental analysis and interpretation and counsel to staff, management, and functional leaders regarding chemistry policies, programs, and practices; involves standard operations.
• Provides standard research, feedback, and decisions to resolve management and employee questions and requirements; assists with receiving customer feedback and coordinating resources and responses as required.
• Analyzes and reviews process, results, feedback, and related chemistry information on an ongoing to as-needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and presents results, proposals, and recommendations to management.
• Ensures the accuracy of more fundamental tests, equipment, actions, procedures and operational databases, reports, and related details through audits, queries, and operational reviews; works with teams to resolve discrepancies; resolves discrepancies or escalates discrepancies to ensure quality assurance in testing process/results.
• Assists with developing or participating in chemistry or cross-functional project or program objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction, and presents information to management.
• Cleans, maintains, prepares, and calibrates equipment, samples, and related areas.
• Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills

• Fundamental principles, practices, and techniques of chemistry.
• Standard understanding of the administration and oversight of chemistry programs, policies, and procedures.
• Fundamental methods to resolve chemistry problems, questions, and concerns.
• Standard understanding of applicable chemistry laws, codes, and regulations.
• Understanding of standard testing tools, instruments, and calibration.
• Computer applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and systems related to the work.
• Principles and practices to serving as an effective project team member.
• Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate operations.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Performing fundamental professional-level chemistry duties in a variety of assigned areas.
• Overseeing and administering standard chemistry functions.
• Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Serving as a team member and the development and management of projects.
• Operating in both a team and individual contributor environment.
• Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines.
• Using tact, discretion, and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups across functional peers and the department.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.

Physical/Mental Requirements

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment, and stamina to sit for extended periods of time.
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Vision to read printed materials and computer screens.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Working Environment

Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gases, noxious odors, and related items in a lab and sample setting.

Benefits

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes:

• Competitive salaries
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)
• Life, disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid time off for holiday, sick, and vacation days
• HSA (Health Savings Account)
• Wellness program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance program
• Parental leave
• Optional legal coverage and ID theft protection