Lab Technician

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated laboratory assistant to support chemists and scientists in various lab functions. This entry-level role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory environment, where you will prepare solutions, maintain cleanliness, and assist with testing under guidance. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and demonstrate excellent communication skills, along with a proactive attitude. Join a dynamic team committed to providing high-quality medicines and making a difference in healthcare. This position promises a rewarding experience in a supportive setting, ideal for those looking to start their career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma required; B.S. degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chemist/Scientist by performing laboratory support functions.
• Prepare mobile phase/diluents and perform daily calibration of lab equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness in the laboratory and manage supplies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Self-starter Attitude

Basic Laboratory Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology.

Job Summary:

Provide assistance to the Chemist/Scientist/ Management, by performing various laboratory support functions.

Schedule: Monday-Friday on 1st shift

Area Of Responsibility:

• Prepare mobile phase/diluents dissolution media; and perform the daily calibration of pH meters, balances, Karl Fisher apparatus and other laboratory equipment as assigned.
• Clean the laboratory glassware, dissolution bath and maintain cleanliness in the laboratory.
• Clean the microbiological laboratory as per applicable SOP.
• Perform any testing as required by the management, after adequate training.
• Follow the analysts’ instructions to collect the glassware, set up the dissolution baths, and remove the organic waste & HPLC vials, from the LC’s.
• Collect the samples from the Vault per the testing schedule/plan based on the analyst/ management’s requirement. Count the tablets/capsules & perform ATW/ACFW.
• Perform data entry, filing, and organization, and maintain raw materials, finished product and sample logbooks required.
• Remove the released samples from the appropriate area, and dispose of them accordingly as per SOP.
• Maintain and monitor lab supplies, chemicals inventory in the lab.
• Check the expiration dates of the standards, chemicals, remove the expired chemicals, & dispose of them accordingly.

Work Conditions:

Laboratory environment:

• Flow and safety hoods
• Exposure to noise, bio-hazardous (live cultures), and chemicals
• May entail exposure to radiation within NRC limits
• Exposure to non-hazardous and hazardous chemicals and materials
• Moderate noise, oven heat, open flame, chemical fume hoods areas requiring wearing appropriate safety equipment (i.e. gloves, lab coat, safety glasses and respirator)

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with arms and hands, talk or hear, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Close vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus
• Use of repetitive motion
• Able to operate computer/office machines
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Education and Job Qualification:

• Minimum of High School/Trade School/Vocational School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. B.S. degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
• Demonstrated excellent communication: verbal and written.
• A self-starter with a hands-on approach and a can-do attitude.
• The requirement for English language proficiency for this job role is Intermediate-B1+ (comparable to Global CEFR Independent B1) level based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Experience: Entry level position, previous experience not required.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.