Job Description
Scientific Search client has an immediate need for Chemist, Analytical Services. These are 12-months with possible extension contract engagements. This position is primarily responsible for the laboratory testing of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process, release and stability samples for per-commercial drug products, including the evaluation of new raw materials, new packaging materials, reference standard qualifications and method transfers.
Responsibilities:
Perform accurate and timely analysis of assigned samples according to current analytical procedures, SOPs, laboratory guidelines and safety requirements
Execute method transfer/validation protocols with supervision
Testing performed to include basic and complex lab equipment and procedures, such as pH, Loss on Drying, Residue on Ignition, Water Content by Karl Fischer, Assay/Impurities by HPLC, Dissolution, Residual Solvents by GC, and wet chemistry techniques such as titrations and sample derivatizations
Document all laboratory testing and maintain accurate and legible notebooks and records
Peer review of data, reports and notebooks
Perform laboratory troubleshooting with some supervision
Qualifications:
BS Degree in Chemistry or related field
AS Degree in Chemistry or related field and a minimum of 2 years of pharmaceutical product analysis experience in a cGMP-regulated lab environment
BS Degree in non-science field and a minimum of 4 years of pharmaceutical product analysis experience in a cGMP-regulated lab environment
Knowledge of cGMP, USP/NF, and FDA guidelines and regulations
Experience in analytical methods and lab instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, GC, dissolution, wet chemistry)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organization, time management and troubleshooting skills
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cross-functional team
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with software associated with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and a Chromatography Data System (CDS)
Employment Type: Contractor
Job Tags
Contract work, For contractors, Immediate start,