QC Chemist-Raw Materials

Job Responsibilities

• Performs chemical and physical tests required for quality control as testing and evaluation of results for products and processes.
• Analyzes samples using the methods in the laboratory, performs calculations and data analysis, and provides appropriate and compliant documentation for review and release of raw materials.
• Uses laboratory instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, liquid chromatographs, ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometers, etc.
• Treats numerical data throughout chemical analysis by performing mathematical calculations such as determining concentrations (molarity, parts per million, normality, etc.) and statistical information (standard deviation, mean, etc.).
• Prepares necessary reagents and equipment to expedite the performance of analysis by measuring and/or weighing chemicals, missing and standardizing solutions, and assembling equipment.
• Weighs and calculates samples in the physical and chemical analysis of products using balances and measured volumetric containers.
• Organizes and properly labels samples, sample preparations, volumetric solutions etc.
• Analyzes samples using laboratory methods (SMA, USP, FCC, EP), performs calculations and data analysis, and provides appropriate and compliant documentation for review and release of raw materials.
• Continues training on analytical methods to achieve proficiency in testing any/all raw materials for commercial release of production and R&D projects to include method verification testing.
• Aids in the basic operations of the laboratory in support of the essential analytical testing.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline.
• 1+ years of experience including Release and/or Raw Materials testing with HPLC and GC Instrumentation in a pharmaceutical environment is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical instructions including methods of analysis documents, SOPs and certificate of analysis.
• Ability to run chromatography software (Empower and Chromeleon, etc.) from existing methods the computer used for data collection and analysis.
• Computer proficient, especially with Microsoft Office products.
• First Shift – Monday-Thursday 7am-5:30pm and OFF on Friday.
• Excellent communication skills and strict attention to detail will be keys to success in this role.