Scientist I - QC Chemistry

Responsibilities

• Performs one or more of the following techniques: assays, potencies, pH, TOC, moisture content, identification, particle size, and various other wet chemistry and instrument-based measurements.
• Evaluates and interprets generated data.
• Analyzes information for technical correctness and accuracy.
• Understands the theoretical basis of methods/experiments.
• Performs technical review of common laboratory data.
• Maintains laboratory stock of reagents, clean glassware, and removes expired solutions.
• Solves problems of diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Maintains working knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, and scientific methodologies necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Affords assistance in removal of hazardous waste, routine equipment cleaning and restocking of consumable products and reagents.
• Effectively uses various laboratory software packages (Empower3, ProCal, Master Control, ELN, etc.).
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment free of safety hazards.
• Safely handles potent compounds.
• Ensures timely completion and compliance with cGMP and all other relevant company training requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with course work in Chemistry with 2+ years related work experience.
• Or Associates degree in Chemistry or related field with 6+ years related experience.
• Good verbal and written communication and documentation skills required.
• Good detail orientation and organizational skills required.
• Good problem-solving and basic trouble-shooting ability required.
• Strong knowledge of Laboratory equipment and safety required.
• Strong knowledge of Laboratory Documentation is required.
• Working knowledge of cGMP in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.