Quality Control Chemist

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform small scale dye labeling reactions according to established standard processes.
• Characterization of polymers by HPLC/FPLC using established standard processes
• Optical characterization of the polymer dyes including measurement of absorbance and fluorescence emission spectra.
• May provide analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of development process.
• Participate in validation and measurement system analysis of various testing methods
• Maintain equipment logs, calibration logs, and solvent/mobile phase preparation records.
• Test products for long-term stability under various conditions.
• Provide timely and high-quality data reports that document test results.
• Interface, maintain, and populate data and results in specified database(s).
• Promote a safe work environment. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified. Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.

Requirements

• Successful candidate will possess a B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science, minimum of 1 year relevant industry experience preferred.
• Experience with analytical technique and instrumentation
• Basic knowledge of HPLC/FPLC/GPC systems
• Basic knowledge of Spectroscopy/Fluorimeter
• Basic knowledge of Karl Fischer Titration
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• General knowledge of chemistry
• Familiarity with guidelines such as good manufacturing processes and ISO standards
• Works well in a team based environment and independently
• Multi-task to cover a variety of job functions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment