Physicochemical Analysis Chemist

Abbott; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Mexico City is seeking a Physicochemical Analysis Chemist for a 12-month assignment. You will evaluate samples (raw materials, in-process, finished products) using HPLC, GC, and AA, and support method verifications and stability studies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Biochemistry/Chemistry/Engineering with at least 2 years in pharma QA/QC labs, including QC and stability work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Biochemistry (QFB), Pharmaceutical Chemistry (QFI), or Pharmaceutical Engineering.
• Professional license required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical companies or contract laboratories analyzing pharmaceutical products.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses using Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), and Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AA).
• Analyze raw materials, in-process products, and finished products.
• Conduct analyses of purified water, rinse water, cleaning validation samples, and holding time samples.
• Prepare statistical reports and review results.
• Develop stability protocols, method verifications, and method transfers.

Skills

HPLC

Analytical instrumentation

GC

AA spectroscopy

LIMS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Biochemistry (QFB)

Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry (QFI)

Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Engineering

Tools

HPLC

Gas Chromatography

Spectrophotometers

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Physicochemical Analysis Chemist

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that creates breakthrough science to improve people's health. We are always looking toward the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career of your dreams.
• A company recognized as one of the best large companies to work for, as well as a great workplace for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position is based in Mexico City within our Established Pharmaceuticals Operations Division , where we are committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in some of the world's fastest-growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high-quality, differentiated branded generic medicines spans multiple therapeutic areas, including gastroenterology, women's health, cardiometabolic care, pain management/central nervous system, and respiratory health.

As a Physicochemical Analyst Chemist , you will perform activities such as evaluating the physicochemical conditions of samples including raw materials, process validation, cleaning validation, finished products, and stability studies. You will also execute analytical method validations, verifications, and transfers.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Biochemistry (QFB), Pharmaceutical Chemistry (QFI), Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related field. Professional license required.

Minimum 2 years of recent experience in pharmaceutical companies or contract laboratories analyzing pharmaceutical products, including: Quality Control (finished products, stability studies, and raw materials)

Analytical Development

• Experience with analytical laboratory instrumentation, equipment, and software such as HPLC , among others.

Analytical Method Validation

• Advanced English: Technical level with the ability to read and understand analytical methodologies.
• Knowledge of: Analytical laboratory instrumentation, equipment, and software
• Liquid and Gas Chromatography
• Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
• LIMS
• Pharmacopoeias and their application

Schedule

Availability to work rotating morning and evening shifts: Tuesday to Saturday: Morning and evening shifts
Sunday to Thursday: Morning and evening shifts
Saturday to Sunday: Morning shift

TEMPORARY PROJECT: 12-MONTH ASSIGNMENT

What You'll Do

• Perform analyses using Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AA) , and analyze raw materials, in-process products, and finished products.
• Conduct analyses of purified water, rinse water, cleaning validation samples, and holding time samples.
• Analyze process validation samples, stability program samples, and holding time samples.
• Prepare statistical reports, perform mathematical calculations, and review results.
• Develop stability protocols, method verifications, method transfers, and execute the respective analyses, including results reporting and technical reports.
• Prepare change controls for updating and implementing methods and specifications for raw materials and finished products.
• Demonstrate extensive experience in operating physicochemical control equipment such as HPLC, GC, spectrophotometers (including AA), and related laboratory instruments.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and equipment operation manuals.
• Coordinate the shipment of imported product samples, stability samples, and raw materials to authorized third-party laboratories for analysis.
• Manage non-conformances, LIRs, and CAPA action plans.

Job Family

Operations Quality

Division

EPD Established Pharma

Location

Mexico > Mexico City : Tlalpan

Work Shift

Standard

Travel

No

Medical Surveillance

Not Applicable

Significant Work Activities

Not Applicable

The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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