QC Analytical Chemist

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Bonus eligibility

Merit-based increases

Job summary

Eurofins PSS is seeking a QC Analytical Chemist in Albany, NY to support GMP testing of in-process, raw materials, intermediates, APIs, and stability samples. The successful candidate will perform method transfer and verification, investigate OOS/OOT cases, and apply techniques such as NMR, GC, LC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, and TGA with strong attention to detail and organization.

Candidates should have a BS or MS in chemistry or related field with GMP/GLP experience, and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related field with 1+ year GMP/GLP testing.
• 1+ year experience with LC, Conductivity, and Titration.
• Experience with at least two of NMR, GC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, or TGA.
• Knowledge of GMP, ICH and 21 CFR guidelines.
• US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Test and review samples per approved methods and specifications.
• Follow GMP and 21 CFR/ICh guidelines in testing.
• Test in-process, raw materials, intermediates, APIs, and stability samples.
• Participate in method transfer, qualification, and verification studies.
• Support investigations for OOS, OOT, and invalid results.
• Utilize analytical techniques including NMR, GC, LC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, TGA.
• Reference standard qualification and management.
• Test elemental impurities and residual solvents.

Skills

GMP experience

LC analysis

Titration

Analytical techniques

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Chemistry

Tools

NMR

GC

ICP-OES

IR

RI

UV-Vis

TGA

Job description

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

Job Description

Eurofins PSS is currently hiring for a QC Analytical Chemist to support GMP testing of pharmaceutical in-process, raw materials, intermediates, APIs, and stability samples. In addition, the successful candidate will support investigations of invalid results and method transfer activities. This individual will have high attention to detail and possess excellent organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and review in accordance with approved methods, specifications, protocols, and compendial requirements
• Follow protocols for GMP regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211, and applicable ICH guidelines
• Testing of pharmaceutical samples including in-process, raw materials, intermediates, API, stability, and more.
• Participate in method transfer, qualification, and verification studies
• Support investigations for OOS, OOT, and invalid results
• Utilize various analytical techniques including: NMR, GC, LC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, Conductivity, Specific Rotation, Titration, TGA, and more
• Reference standard qualification and management
• Elemental impurities and residual solvent testing and review

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with at least a year of GMP/GLP testing experience; OR MS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with at least 6 months of industry GMP/GLP testing experience
• At least a year of industry experience with Liquid Chromatography (LC), Conductivity, and Titration
• Proven experience utilizing at least two of the following techniques and/or instruments:
  • Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Gas Chromatography (GC), Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES), Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), Refractive Index (RI), Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-Vis), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
• Knowledge and in-depth understanding of GMPs, ICH, and 21 CRF guidelines
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• At least a year of GMP experience

Additional Information

This position is a permanent, full-time role with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Albany, NY are encouraged to apply. The position will work 6am-6pm on a rotating schedule (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday - 36 hours & Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 48 hours).

Excellent full-time benefits include

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases
• Compensation: $21.50-$34.75 per year based on education and related experience

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.