Chemist II - QC

Bora Pharmaceuticals; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary incentives

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Bora Pharmaceuticals is seeking a QC Chemist II to provide analytical support for raw materials, stability samples, in-process materials, and finished products. The role emphasizes working in a cGMP environment and mentoring junior analysts on instrument troubleshooting and data integrity.

Onsite in Maple Grove, MN, the position requires knowledge of HPLC/UPLC, Empower, Biovia, SAP, and Veeva, with strong technical writing and communication skills to ensure right-first-time testing and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12 chemistry credits required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical lab environment and GMPs preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP/Biovia/Empower is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw materials, in-process samples, and drug products.
• Lead investigations and deviations with management review.
• Prepare and review laboratory notebooks and reports.
• Mentor junior chemists and support instrument troubleshooting.
• Communicate results and trends to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related science field (with 12 credits of college chemistry)

Tools

HPLC

GC

UPLC

Empower

Biovia

SAP

Veeva

Job description

About BoraBora Pharmaceuticals is a premier international contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in formulation development, clinical and commercial manufacturing, and packaging of complex oral solid dose, liquid, semi-solid, biologics, and sterile injectable pharmaceutical products. From our world-class sites in North America and Asia, we deliver drug products with unparalleled quality to more than 100 markets around the world. Bora’s teams, technologies, and facilities work seamlessly together to enable our clients to deliver much-needed therapeutics to patients worldwide. At Bora Pharmaceuticals, we see it as our mission, our duty, our responsibility, to make our success and our customer’s success more certain.The QC Chemist II provides analytical and technical support for the analysis of raw materials (drug substances, excipients, in-process materials, and packaging components) stability samples, and drug products. Completes testing in a timely manner and according to cGMPs, Test Methods, and SOPs. Maximizes efficiency by multitasking. Displays increasing productivity while minimizing errors. Provides leadership and technical expertise in response to problems (e.g., product investigations, analytical issues, and production problems). Coordinates and leads special projects. Shows strong technical writing skills. Mentors' junior analysts to assist in their career development.This is an onsite positionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSReasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Evaluates testing due dates and project timelines to help prioritize appropriate testing and is willing to shift priorities to meet business needs.Consistently submits work that is right the first time. Provides guidance for others in submitting “right first time” work.Has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and software (HPLC, GC, UPLC, Empower, Biovia) and is proficient with administrative software (e.g., SAP, Veeva).Demonstrates strong instrument troubleshooting skills.Documents testing using an analytical laboratory notebook (Biovia) or laboratory notebook and aids in maintaining the laboratory according to appropriate GMPs and SOPs.Responsible for communicating atypical and out-of-specification results to laboratory management.Independently authors laboratory investigations and laboratory deviations for management review.Ensures a safe and clean environment in the laboratory. Maintains personal laboratory work area and assists with general laboratory cleaning.Works independently or in a team setting with minimal supervision.Communicates well with team members and helps junior analysts prioritize their work appropriately.Corresponds with outside vendors, compendial groups (USP, BP, etc.) and other departments with minimal supervision.Participates in departmental and interdepartmental meetings as necessary. Serves on project teams with support of laboratory management.Possesses a strong understanding of the USP, ICH Guidelines, and other relevant pharmacopeia.Can evaluate laboratory data to identify potential trends or shifts in product performance.Displays a basic understanding of the regulatory impact of method changes, specification updates, etc.Reviews and verifies standard and solution preparation documentation as required. Responsible for identifying and communicating the errors found in the documentation and testing.Demonstrates cooperation and professionalism with all members of the BPI organization.Shows strong verbal and written communication skills, an ability to work both independently and within the framework of a team, and multi-tasks to maximize efficiency.Evaluates lab systems and processes. Provides recommendations for compliance, efficiency improvements, and cost savings. Independently revises the necessary documents and processes to implement changes.Mentors' junior chemists on intermediate level instrument troubleshooting and quantitative testing. Provides training as applicable.Demonstrates a willingness to take on additional responsibilities and learn new processes to meet business needs.Proficient in a wide range of routine testing tasks. Displays sound judgment and consistency in decision making and problem-solving processes.Independently authors test methods and method validation protocols and reports with support from department management.MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLSA Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related science field (with 12 credits of college chemistry) with typically a minimum of 6 years' related experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.Has experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.Demonstrates an understanding of applicable regulations and guidance (e.g., DEA, EPA, OSHA, and FDA).Has an understanding of cGMP, USP, FDA, ICH, and other relevant guidance and regulations.Provides technical support/research to assist other departments as necessary.Has experience or training in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer software systems (e.g., Empower). Experience with SAP and Biovia is preferred.Demonstrates a broad understanding of instrumentation to aid in maintenance and troubleshooting.The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management’s assignment of essential functions.Compensation Range$88,000K -$120,000KCompensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. Bora Pharmaceuticals offers a competitive total rewards and benefits package designed to support our employees’ wellbeing, including: - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives - Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance - Retirement savings plans with employer contributions - Paid time off and flexible work arrangements - Professional development opportunities - Employee wellness programs and resources - Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources Our Values At Bora, our values guide everything we do — from how we solve challenges to how we support our people.Compensation and BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ wellbeing, including:Competitive salary and performance-based incentivesComprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement savings plans with employer matching contributionsPaid time offProfessional development opportunitiesEmployee wellness programs and resourcesEmployee Assistance Program and Mental Health ResourcesCore ValuesAt Bora, our values guide everything we do — from how we solve challenges to how we support our people. We lead with a solutions-first mindset, strive to do the right thing, stay proactive, and above all, respect everyone.Bora Pharmaceuticals is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives and regulations of federal, state and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping with this commitment, Bora Pharmaceuticals will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including factors related to pregnancy or child birth), national origin, age, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity status with regard to public assistance, employment status, local human rights commission activity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or any other protected category.