Assistant Chemist

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking an Assistant Chemist to conduct chemical analyses and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, providing a great opportunity for recent graduates or professionals looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options

Generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field, emphasis on analytical chemistry preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form.
• Experience with analytical chemistry techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of raw materials and finished products.
• Document procedures and results in laboratory notebooks according to regulatory guidelines.
• Assist in calibration and maintenance of instruments used in analysis.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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UI Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Assistant Chemist. This individual is responsible for qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product. Perform analyses using a combination of wet chemistry techniques and analytical instrumentation in accordance to FDA current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) using standard operating procedures, USP, EP and FCC monographs, UIP or client supplied methods.

About The University Of Iowa Pharmaceuticals

UI Pharmaceuticals is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) within the College of Pharmacy at the University of Iowa. Our mission is to improve quality of life by applying our pharmaceutical expertise to advance innovative products into clinical trials. Our vision is to be the premier partner for biotech, government, and research institutions.

We are located on the main campus in Iowa City, which offers a great place to live, top rated schools, a vibrant night life, and world class health care facilities. As a University of Iowa employee, you will have access to an excellent benefits package.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Compliance

• Document legibly the procedures and results obtained in laboratory notebooks according to established regulatory guidelines.
• Assist in calibration and maintenance of instruments used in analysis according to regulatory guidelines.
• Interpret policies, regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance within area of assignment.
• Update existing or write SOP for routine analyses and basic scientific equipment as assigned.
  
  
  

Analysis and Development

• Perform GC, HPLC and UV analysis under supervision.
• Enter and calculate results obtained in the above analysis in spreadsheets or databases.
• Prepare materials and solvents for analytical assays.
• Perform dissolution testing.
  
  
  

Leadership

• Cross-train and provide assistance and back-up support with other assistant chemists and other staff as assigned in processes and procedures.
  
  
  

Human Resources

• May provide functional supervision of staff, including training.
  
  
  

Financial Responsibility

• May initiate purchasing requests for supplies and equipment.
  
  
  

For a complete job description, please contact Libby Kleppe at [e-mail]

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in science related field, emphasis on analytical chemistry preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a laboratory setting.
  
  
  

Experience Required

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form.
• Use or knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and Outlook).
  
  
  

Physical Requirements With Or Without Reasonable Accommodation

• Achieve passing criteria in visual testing (minimum of 20/20 visual acuity with or without corrected lenses)*
• Be able to wear a respirator**
• Evaluation will be conducted by the University of Iowa Employee Health Clinic.
• Applicants may provide current respirator clearance certification dated within six months of the date of the offer, from a similar health clinic or health provider in lieu of the evaluation by UI Employee Health Clinic.
  
  
  

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with analytical chemistry (High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) or Gas Chromatography (GC), FTIR, UV-VIS spectroscopy, pH, moisture determination, titrations, etc.).
• Experience (typically 6 months - 1 year) performing laboratory testing in an industry setting under Food and Drug Administration (FDA) current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) or comparable regulations.
• Experience with associated software packages used in pharmaceutical quality control or similar industry.
• Technical writing skills.
• Capable of using United States Pharmacopeia (USP), European Pharmacopeia (EP) and Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) monographs or supplied methods, to complete testing.
• Familiar with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  
  
  

Application and Position Details

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at [e-mail].
  
  

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Pay level 3A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
• For more information about Why Iowa? Click here.
  
  
  

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Assistant Chemist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus
  
  
  

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3A
• Starting Salary Minimum: 55,875
  
  
  

Contact Information

• Organization: College of Pharmacy
• Contact Name: Libby Kleppe
• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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