QC Analytical Chemist - 3rd Shift

Eurofins US Network; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Bonus potential

Job summary

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions in Albany, NY is hiring a QC Analytical Chemist to support GMP testing of in-process and finished pharmaceutical materials. The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong organization, and collaboration with QA and manufacturing teams.

The position requires BS or MS in chemistry-related fields with GMP/GLP experience and hands-on use of LC, NMR, GC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, and TGA. Overtime and night shifts are possible.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related with GMP/GLP experience; 3+ years
• MS in Chemistry or related with GMP/GLP experience; 1+ year

Responsibilities

• Test and review samples per approved methods and GMP requirements.
• Support GMP regulations including 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211 and ICH guidelines.
• Test in-process materials, raw materials, intermediates, API, and stability samples.
• Participate in method transfer, qualification, and verification studies.
• Support investigations for OOS, OOT, and invalid results.
• Utilize NMR, GC, LC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, Conductivity, TGA.
• Reference standard qualification and management.
• Test elemental impurities and residual solvents as needed.

Skills

GMP/GLP testing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

BS in Chemistry or related with 3+ years GMP/GLP

MS in Chemistry or related with 1+ year GMP/GLP

Tools

NMR

GC

LC

ICP-OES

IR

RI

UV-Vis

TGA

Conductivity

Titration

Job description

Albany, NY, USA

Full-time

Company 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 3+ years of GMP/GLP testing experience; OR MS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with 1+ years 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

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 10:00pm-8:30am and the following shifts are available:

• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday

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: $35.50-$45.00 per hour based on education and related industry experience

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