Junior Analytical Scientist - QC & Testing

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contributions

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Personal days

Employee assistance program

Medical, prescription drug, dental and

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC in Melrose Park, IL seeks an Associate Scientist to perform entry level chemical testing in support of raw material, in-process and finished products for Quality Control. You will communicate results clearly in writing and speech. This role requires a B.S.

in chemistry/biology, up to 2 years’ pharma experience, and familiarity with HPLC and other analytical techniques. Proficiency in MS Office is needed, with an ability to adapt to changing priorities in a regulated

Qualifications

• Must have a B.S. in Chemistry, Biology or related physical science.
• Typically 0–2 years of related experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Background in HPLC and other analytical techniques (GC, AA, UV, TLC, and wet chemistry) desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must be flexible with continually changing projects and priorities.
• The company's primary business language is English; ability to read, write and understand English is required.

Responsibilities

• Be able to articulate work related issues clearly and effectively to management and peers
• Performs accurate routine chemical testing (FTIR, TLC, PM, UV-Vis) to meet departmental objectives.
• Documents testing in compliance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Updates and routes SOPs, MOAs, Specifications through Documentum as delegated by supervisor.
• Maintains accurate records of all work performed with respect to a given project. Ensures documentation meets facility audit as well as cGMP or GLP requirements.
• Manages work and time based on departmental priorities using own judgement and objective reasoning.
• Performs good housekeeping practices and follows safety related policies. Makes recommendations.
• Performs peer review of data to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

HPLC

MS Office

English proficiency

Adaptable to changing priorities

Education

B.S. in Chemistry/Biology or related physical science

Tools

HPLC

GC

AA

UV-Vis

TLC

Documentum

Job description

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC in Melrose Park, IL seeks an Associate Scientist to perform entry level chemical testing in support of raw material, in-process and finished products for Quality Control. You will communicate results clearly in writing and speech. This role requires a B.S.

in chemistry/biology, up to 2 years’ pharma experience, and familiarity with HPLC and other analytical techniques. Proficiency in MS Office is needed, with an ability to adapt to changing priorities in a regulated