Lab Scientist

Artech Information System LLC; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing company is seeking a laboratory analyst in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The ideal candidate should have a BS in Chemistry and substantial analytical laboratory experience in a GMP environment. Responsibilities include providing operational support, performing hands-on testing, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to work with various laboratory technologies efficiently.

Qualifications

• Must have 6+ years laboratory experience in a GMP environment for BS or 4 years for MS/PhD.
• Experience in parenteral drug product manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide general laboratory and operational support.
• Perform hands-on analytical testing in a GMP environment.
• Conduct technical review of laboratory testing results.

Skills

Analytical testing

Technical troubleshooting

Proficiency in analytical technologies

Organization skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Chemistry (preferred)

Tools

LIMS

Empower

Trackwise

Nugenesis

Job description

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Job Description

• Responsible for general laboratory and operational support.
• BS in Chemistry, MS preferred
• At least 6 years analytical laboratory experience in a GMP regulated environment for BS or 4 years with MS or PhD.
• Experience in parenteral drug product pharmaceutical manufacturing is plus.
• Successful hands‑on analytical testing experience in a GMP environment.
• Must have mastered at least four (4) analytical technologies, i.e., GC, HPLC, LC/MS, ICP, AA, FTIR, UV‑VIS, Raman spectrometer, ion chromatography, etc.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computerized systems.
• Comprehend mathematical concepts such as logarithms, algebra, conversions, fractions, decimals, and rounding.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot analytical methods and equipment.
• Experience and use of LIMS, Empower, Trackwise, Nugenesis.
• Demonstrated capability to perform technical review of laboratory testing results and to identify and investigate suspect results.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across projects and activities.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow written procedures.
• Must be self‑motivated and work with minimal direction.
• Utilize good judgment in making decisions within limitations of recognized standard methods and procedures.
• Must maintain GMP compliance within the assigned laboratory.
• Complete all training, written exams, and laboratory certifications.
• Must be able to temporarily work a flexible schedule to meet business needs.
• Must maintain certification within the assigned area.
• Must be able to train other analyst in use of analytical instruments.
• Work effectively with other laboratory team members.
• Communicate results of testing effectively, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Must be able to work with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for biological and/or chemical hazards.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain multiple laboratory technique proficiencies (as dictated by laboratory and business needs).
• Must be able to handle multiple duties and projects at the same time and be able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be viewed by peers, supervisors and managers as having strong technical and/or leadership skills.
• Must be able to work any shift on a routine basis to provide training and coverage for other analysts as needed.
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals safely while performing assays.
• Must physically be able to meet requirements of a laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, MS preferred
• At least 6 years analytical laboratory experience in a GMP regulated environment for BS or 4 years with MS or PhD.

Additional Information

Technical Recruiter (Clinical/Scientific)

Artech Information Systems LLC

360 Mt. Kemble Avenue, Suite 2000 | Morristown, NJ 07960

Office: 973.967.3348 | Fax: [phone]

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