Associate Scientist, QC

Olon USA; Concord (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector seeks an Associate Scientist for Quality Control. The successful candidate will execute complex chemical analyses and ensure compliance with GLP/cGMP standards. Candidates should hold a B.S. in chemistry with relevant lab experience, showcasing strong analytical skills in HPLC and GC, among others. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical quality projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years experience for B.S. or 1+ year for M.S. in pharmaceutical analytical lab.
• Relevant GLP/cGMP experience required.
• Effective communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex chemical analyses on raw materials and finished goods.
• Coordinate raw material testing and inspections to ensure compliance.
• Generate data to support client projects in a timely manner.

Skills

HPLC

GC

FTIR

TGA

DSC

NMR

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Chemical knowledge

Multitasking

Education

B.S. in chemistry

M.S. in related field

Tools

Laboratory balances

Pipettes

pH meter

UV-Vis spectrophotometer

Job description

Job Title: Associate Scientist, QC

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform HPLC, GC, FTIR, KF, DSC, TGA, NMR, etc.
• Inspect and perform complex chemical analyses on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods in accordance with cGMP/GLP standard operating procedures
• May be able to perform routine ICP-MS and ICP-OES analysis for trace metals in a GMP analytical laboratory.
• Coordinate raw material testing in a materials management system
• Conduct inspections of manufacturing supplies
• Conduct inspection of the laboratory or laboratory procedures to ensure conformance to internal quality system or external certification requirements and correct or eliminate process-related non-conformance items.
• Dispose of expired retained samples and chemicals according to schedules and expiration dates in order to keep lab area clean and safe.
• Experience with sampling raw materials and intermediates
• Coordinate the timely and compliant generation of data to support client projects
• Review data for technical content and good record keeping practices
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimal Educational Qualifications

B.S. in chemistry with a minimum of 3+ years or M.S with a minimum of 1+ year of related pharmaceutical analytical laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Relevant experience in good laboratory/manufacturing practices (GLP/cGMP), laboratory quality control or stability, and interaction with quality assurance is required.

Specific Skills And Requirements

• Very strong experience with HPLC and GC
• Experience with FTIR, TGA, DSC, NMR
• Experience with XRD, IC, ICP-MS and ICP-OES a plus but not a must.
• Experience with standard lab equipment (balances, pipettes, pH meter, UV-Vis, etc.)
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Must have basic chemical knowledge and be able to handle materials safely.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with manufacturing and quality personnel.
• Must be able to effectively multitask.