Chemist II

Pyramid Pharma Services; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company in Costa Mesa is seeking a Chemist II to conduct analytical testing and method validation. Responsibilities include testing, protocol execution, and supervising junior chemists. The ideal candidate has a degree in analytical chemistry and 4+ years of experience in a cGMP environment. This role offers a competitive salary range and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of analytical quality control experience in a cGMP setting.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instruments and techniques.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing and method validation.
• Train and guide junior chemists.
• Support quality system activities and troubleshoot instruments.

Skills

HPLC

Analytical testing

Method validation

Technical documentation

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry or related field

Tools

Chromeleon CDS

Job description

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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Under limited supervision, our Chemist II is responsible for performing routine analytical testing, method validation/transfer activities, preparing technical documentation, and maintaining laboratory equipment in the quality control analytical laboratory.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine laboratory testing (i.e., HPLC, UV-Vis, FTIR, CE, KF Titration, INSTRON, osmolality, pH, color/clarity, CCIT, particulate matter, wet chemistry) including finished product release, stability studies, and raw materials, following SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Assist with routine testing for WFI samples, including TOC, conductivity, and endotoxins, as needed.
• With guidance, author and execute protocols for method transfer, qualification, and validation.
• Create data summaries and author technical reports.
• Develop and revise SOPs, as needed.
• Train and guide junior chemists.
• Perform QC peer-review of laboratory raw data for basic tests.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot various basic analytical instruments, such as osmometers, pH/conductivity meters, balances, plate readers, etc.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot various complex instruments such as HPLC, LC/MS, GC, UV/SoloVPE, etc., with guidance.
• Initiate problem-solving for technical issues commensurate with level of experience.
• Assist with the implementation of new equipment, instruments, and software.
• Support quality system activities, such as deviation investigations and laboratory OOS/OOT investigations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field
• 4+ years (with Bachelor’s) or 2+ years (with advanced degree) of analytical quality control experience in a cGMP setting, covering early and late-phase products.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, UV-Vis, and other common analytical equipment and techniques.
• Experience executing method validations and method transfers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and laboratory software for data collection and analysis. Experience with Chromeleon CDS is preferred.
• Knowledge of ICH, USP, Ph. Eur., and other regulatory and quality guidelines preferred.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for interaction with staff and vendors.