QC Chemist

About the role

The incumbent demonstrates proficiency through wide exposure to pharmaceutical analyses, has a firm grasp of scientific principles and skill in applying this knowledge, possesses practical experience in pharmaceutical analyses, routinely performs analysis in two of the functional areas (HPLC, GC, or Wet Chemistry), performs and trains on routine chromatographic analyses, and works independently.

Responsibilities

• Provides analytical support for production.
• Performs GC, HPLC and/or Wet chemistry analyses on Raw Material, In-process and Finished Lot samples.
• Supports Analytical and Chemical Development by testing samples.
• Provides quick turnaround of In-process samples to production.
• Thoroughly documents all results in a laboratory notebook as well as compile all data into an ancillary.
• Empties HPLC and Organic waste containers.
• Discards completed samples.
• Makes retains of all production samples and maintains the inventory of retain samples.
• Calibrates production pH meters.
• Supports Laboratory Investigation through testing.
• Performs all tasks in accordance with cGMP compliance.
• Assists in writing of SOPs, testing standards, protocols and reports.
• Assists in training of lab personnel on instrumentation, methods, and cGMP.
• Shares in the responsibilities of housekeeping (i.e. Glassware, waste, retains, etc.).
• Provides ideas/feedback for areas where efficiency can improve.
• Has in-depth understanding of most analytical methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot most methods and equipment.
• Reviews and releases analytical results.
• Performs any other laboratory tasks deemed necessary by the QC Production Support Manager.
• Adheres to all applicable SHE and cGMP regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Chemistry or other science related field.

Skills

• Proficiency in pharmaceutical analyses.
• Practical experience with HPLC, GC, and Wet Chemistry.
• Independent work capability.
• In‑depth understanding of most analytical methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot methods and equipment.
• Review and release of analytical results.
• Assistance in writing SOPs, testing standards, protocols, and reports.
• Training of lab personnel on instrumentation, methods, and cGMP.
• Housekeeping responsibilities (glassware, waste, retains, etc.).
• Providing ideas/feedback for process efficiency improvements.
• Adherence to SHE and cGMP regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available with HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On‑demand training program.
• Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks for associations such as CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for consultants.
• Certified Career Coach.
• Welcome Packet containing full benefits, programs, support teams, and resources.