Senior Analytical Chemist I

BioTalent Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading analytical method development and validation in a state-of-the-art laboratory. Candidates will work on a variety of projects, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while utilizing advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC and GC. The company offers a collaborative environment with a focus on professional growth and development. If you're passionate about pharmaceutical sciences and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health & Dental Coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

RRSP with 3% Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of pharmaceutical experience with a strong emphasis on analytical methods.
• Expertise in technical writing and GMP documentation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and execute analytical method development and validations.
• Conduct stability testing and prepare reports for regulatory review.

Skills

Analytical Method Development

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

GMP Documentation

Attention to Detail

Education

B.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Related Field

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

GC

IC

KF

LCMS

GCMS

Job description

Eurofins CDMO Alphora is looking for Senior Analytical Chemist to join our dynamic and growing team!

WHO ARE WE?

Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures new therapeutics to improve the lives and health of patients. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides contract research & development services to global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, developing their processes and manufacturing their bulk drug substances (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients -“API’s”) as well as finished dosage products (tablets, capsules, suspensions) for supply to clinical trials and commercial requirements. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides a rich and technologically challenging environment with a continuing flow of interesting projects. Our employees work in close concert with clients throughout the development process to achieve their program objectives. Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. is growing its state-of-the-art organization, with continued investments in modern facilities, equipment, and instrumentation while providing a rich environment for employees to develop their technical skills and career paths.

Job Description

The Senior Analytical Chemist Level I is accountable to the Director, Analytical Services for all activities relating to performing either cGMP or non-GMP analytical development work. The scope of the responsibility includes performing analytical method development, validations, forced degradation studies, conducting stability testing or R&D support testing as well as preparing the appropriate protocols and reports. You are comfortable in a modern, state of the art laboratory and are highly proficient with HPLC/UPLC, GC, IC, KF and various wet chemistry techniques. Proficiency with LCMS and/or GCMS are definite assets. The Senior Analytical Chemist Level I is also an active member of interdepartmental research teams and is able to independently plan and carry out investigational work.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently plans and executes analytical method development efforts by developing standard and complex raw material, in-process control, intermediate and API test methods and ensure that they provide adequate support of the specified limits.
• Independently plans and executes investigational work, generating reports subject to regulatory review.
• Researches and applies new technologies / methodologies.
• Prepare method development updates for client review.
• Author analytical test methods and specifications for cGMP use by either QC or Analytical Development.
• Conduct process development sample analyses.
• Conduct peer review of critical non-GMP analyses of process development samples.
• Plan and prepare analytical method validation protocols, carry out lab-work and prepare reports.
• Plan and prepare stability protocols, carry out lab-work and prepare reports.
• Plan and prepare forced degradation study protocols, carry out lab-work and prepare reports.
• Identify and support the write-up of OOS, OOT, OOC and deviation documents subject to regulatory review.
• Work neatly to maintain the laboratory in an organized state.
• Work in accordance with established GMP and safety requirements.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

• B.Sc. with 5-10 years of pharmaceutical experience or MSc/PhD with > 5 years of experience in related field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical analysis, development and validation.
• Excellent skills in technical writing and GMP documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning and organizational skills coupled with a strong attention to detail.
• Assist in project planning and staff training.

Additional:

• Perform instrument calibration / performance verifications.
• Order laboratory supplies and chemicals as required.

Additional information

At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca.

We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.