Chemist I

Meso Scale Diagnostics LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 59,100 - 87,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employee assistance program

Fitness club membership contribution

Job summary

Meso Scale Diagnostics LLC in Rockville, MD, is seeking a skilled individual to manufacture and characterize products using synthetic organic chemistry techniques. This role involves performing organic syntheses, monitoring reactions using advanced chromatography methods, and ensuring thorough documentation.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, with a strong understanding of laboratory safety and excellent communication skills. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field; or an Associate's degree with equivalent applicable work experience.
• Internship experience in related field is highly desirable.
• Prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures and characterizes products using synthetic organic chemistry techniques.
• Monitors and analyzes reactions using chromatography methods.
• Completes documentation for production procedures.

Skills

Organic chemistry techniques

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)

Mass Spectrometer (MS)

Documentation skills

Excellent communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Associate's degree with equivalent applicable work experience

Tools

JDEdwards or other ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

This job is responsible for manufacturing and characterizing products using synthetic organic chemistry techniques while following manufacturing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and completing appropriate documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs organic syntheses as instructed in SOPs to manufacture compounds for use in company products.
• Monitors reactions in-process using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) to determine progress.
• Purifies reactions using size-exclusion chromatography, flash chromatography, and recrystallization to isolate desired compounds and measure process yields.
• Analyzes purified products by HPLC and TLC to determine levels of purity.
• Interprets Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) and Mass Spectrometer (MS) spectra to determine identity of synthesized compounds.
• Dispenses solutions into vials using automated dispensing equipment.
• Operates lyophilizers and automated crimping and labeling equipment to produce lyophilized vials.
• Participates in inventory control by issuing materials and completing work orders in JDEdwards.
• Completes appropriate documentation for all production procedures to include production batch records, work order forms, batch checklists, and product submission forms.
• Participates in general laboratory maintenance including maintaining laboratory cleanliness, supplies and equipment.
• Participates in year-end physical inventory counting and regular cycle counting to ensure financial accuracy of inventory.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field; or an Associate's degree with equivalent applicable work experience.
• Internship experience in related field is highly desirable.
• Prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with organic chemistry techniques such as chromatography, rotary evaporation, phase separations, High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), and MS.
• Knowledge of JDEdwards or other ERP system is preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP and/or ISO certification is preferred.
• Ability to learn additional software applications/tools, as required.
• Ability to follow laboratory safety instructions; ability to use protective equipment.
• Knowledge of scientific fundamentals and strong analytical background.
• Knowledge of automated vialing or bottling equipment function and use is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude including equipment troubleshooting.
• Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of laboratory data.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and frequent lifting up to 25 lbs. Up to 80% of the day may be spent at a lab bench and/or in the cleanroom.

Work Environment

Standard industrial laboratory environment

Compensation Summary

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $59,100 to $87,900. This salary range represents a general guideline as MSD considers other factors when presenting an offer of employment, such as scope and responsibilities of the position, external market factors, and the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience. Employees may qualify for a discretionary or non-discretionary bonus in addition to their base salary. These annual bonuses are intended to recognize individual performance and enable employees to benefit from the Company's overall success.

Benefits Summary

At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security. In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits. We provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Our offerings also encompass paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave, along with an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary perks include a fitness club membership contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance discounts, and optional supplemental life insurance.

EEO/AA Statement

MSD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, pregnancy, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. For our full EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please see https://www.mesoscale.com/en/our_company/careers/equal_employment_opportunity_statement. Meso Scale Diagnostics uses E-Verify to validate the work eligibility of candidates.