Quality Control Chemist I

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine quality control testing of raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, and stability samples.
• Contribute to investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop analytical skills alongside a dedicated and collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of compendial requirements including USP, EP, and other applicable references; cGMP guidelines; FDA regulations; laboratory safety procedures; SDS requirements; laboratory instrumentation; and inorganic and organic chemistry principles.
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline with 0–3 years of laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience/training.
• Experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated laboratory environment is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret compendial methods, SOPs, technical procedures, scientific literature, professional journals, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to author scientific reports, business correspondence, and departmental procedures.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation and laboratory techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, GC, Dissolution, UV/Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, particle size analysis, or similar technologies is preferred.
• Knowledge of Windows-based software applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with chromatography data systems and data processing software, particularly Empower, is preferred.

Physical Demands/Qualifications

• Employee is required to regularly use hands in order to handle materials and supplies.
• Employee is required to use computers for an extended period each day.
• Employee is required to effectively use electronic communication.
• Employee is required to regularly stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Must have the ability to multitask across multiple priorities and responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail and compliance requirements.
• Must have the ability to work effectively under strict production, quality, and performance deadlines.
• Must be willing and able to support business needs outside of standard work hours when required, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.