QC Chemist

About the Company

Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an award-winning biopharmaceutical company with over 30 years of experience in developing and commercializing products that treat central nervous system (CNS) diseases. We focus on innovative products that help treat neurological and psychiatric conditions, with 8 products currently on the market making a real impact on patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of pharmaceutical solid dosage forms for release and stability, primarily using dissolution and HPLC methods.
• Initiate quality records (e.g., deviation, OOS/OOT) and perform CAPA actions as assigned by management.
• Support senior staff members in their responsibilities and tasks, including revising Standard Operating Procedures or Test Methods as needed.
• Conduct laboratory testing, including dissolution, spectroscopy, HPLC analysis, and visual inspection.
• Maintain equipment logbooks in compliance with cGMP guidelines.
• Utilize laboratory data systems (e.g., Empower, LIMS) for acquiring and processing data.
• Perform data management, data review, and report writing assignments.
• Maintain data integrity standards and ensure compliance with company guidelines.
• Calibrate laboratory instruments and perform chemical inventories as non-essential duties.
• Serve as a backup for training newer employees.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or another science-related discipline.
• 1+ years of practical related experience preferred.
• Experience with HPLC and/or dissolution testing preferred.
• Experience with GMPs, GCPs, and/or GLPs is preferred.
• Experience with a Quality Management system is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and computer literacy.
• Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices and ALCOA+.
• Strong laboratory documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills in English.
• Ability to work efficiently, meet goals, and adapt to a fast-paced, flexible environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining high ethical standards.
• Authorized to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Work Environment

• Sedentary work involving sitting most of the time, with occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force.
• Close visual acuity required for data analysis, transcription, computer work, and extensive reading.
• Occasional work in a clean and/or sterile laboratory environment, requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, safety glasses, lab coats, respirators).
• No substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Pay

The expected salary range for fully qualified candidates is $50,000 to $60,000, based on factors such as education, relevant experience, knowledge, and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and 401k company match.
• Company-paid life insurance and health/wellness benefits.
• Stock equity awards and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Discretionary annual bonus program.