Chemist I

SCA Pharma; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Pharmaceuticals is a dynamic FDA-registered outsourcing facility focused on providing high-quality medications to hospitals nationwide. The QC Chemist I role is an entry-level position in a cGMP laboratory.

Under guidance, you will perform routine analytical testing (e.g., potency, UPLC/HPLC, pH), learn SOPs, GDP documentation, and support general lab operations. This is an excellent entry point with growth in a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences.
• General knowledge of Analytical Chemistry theory and basic lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control analytical testing per SOPs and USP/FDA guidance.
• Operate lab equipment and perform basic maintenance.
• Weigh reference standards and samples using analytical balances.
• Document all laboratory activities following GDP and maintain records.
• Interpret and communicate analytical results clearly.
• Occasionally perform weekend/holiday duties to meet timelines.
• Maintain accurate written records of all analysis performed.
• Communicate analytical results clearly and promptly.
• Support lab activities including purchasing, cleaning and waste removal.
• Occasionally work weekends/holidays to meet project timelines.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

IR

UV-Vis

pH meter

KF (Karl Fischer)

Job description

Description

SCA Pharmaceuticals is a dynamic rapidly growing company consisting of passionate individuals who believe in our mission of providing high quality medications that are critical in saving and sustaining human life. SCA Pharma is an FDA 503B outsourcing facility providing customized medications for hospitals and healthcare facilities across the United States. We do this through unyielding quality, safety and integrity, our commitment to accountability and ownership, teamwork and creating better solutions by simplifying the complex.

Summary

The Quality Control (QC) Chemist I is an entry level position for individuals who use their understanding of Analytical Chemistry to perform the basic and routine experiments including generation and analysis of data in a cGMP laboratory.

Essential functions

• With guidance, perform quality control analytical testing in accordance with USP/FDA/ICH guidance and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Typical testing may include potency assay by UPLC/HPLC/IC/AA/UV, pH, density, KF, Particulate matter, Identification by IR, etc.
• Learn and understand the requirements as documents in SOPs, test methods under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Operate lab equipment and perform basic maintenance/cleaning procedures
• Weigh reference standards, reagents and samples accurately and precisely using analytical balances
• Perform accurate quantitative volumetric and gravimetric dilution using class A volumetric glassware and analytical balance with proper mixing technique
• Clearly document all laboratory activities following GDP
• Maintain accurate written records of all analysis performed
• Learn to interpret and communicate analytical results and issues clearly and quickly
• Perform a variety of chemistry laboratory support activities including purchasing, routine cleaning, and waste removal
• Occasionally perform weekend and holiday duties to meet project timelines or when requested by management.

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences (Preferred in Chemistry).
• Have general knowledge of Analytical Chemistry theory and the use and operation of basic laboratory equipment.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with team members.
• Ability to perform analytical testing while standing for long periods of time
• Mathematical skills, including the ability to analyze scientific and test data, and a basic understanding of statistical analysis.

SCA Pharma is an equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.