QC Chemist for GMP Protein Therapeutics

Grifols, S.A; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonus Pool

Job summary

Grifols is seeking a QC Chemist in California to perform routine and non-routine chemical and biochemical assays on protein-based therapeutics and raw materials, ensuring adherence to FDA regulations.

Responsibilities include product release and stability testing, data entry into LIMS, result review, and maintaining logs and calibration records in a GMP/FDA environment. Flexibility for shifts is required in a 24/7 plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or closely related scientific discipline is required.
• Related experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated testing laboratory is preferred.
• Requires a basic understanding of analytical methodologies and protein biochemistry (e.g. IC, HPLC, GC).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform various QC / Quality Control testing (i.e. product release testing, stability testing, in-process testing, and other protocol testing) as directed by the laboratory supervisor or senior chemist.
• Compile and enter data into computer database (i.e. LIMS - Laboratory Information Management System) to be used for reporting and trending purposes.
• Review test results against specifications.
• Maintain sample logs on a daily basis to ensure timely testing and tracking of all samples.
• Maintain Instrument Usage and Calibration Logs based on instrument usage during the preparation and testing of samples.
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Grifols is seeking a QC Chemist in California to perform routine and non-routine chemical and biochemical assays on protein-based therapeutics and raw materials, ensuring adherence to FDA regulations.

Responsibilities include product release and stability testing, data entry into LIMS, result review, and maintaining logs and calibration records in a GMP/FDA environment. Flexibility for shifts is required in a 24/7 plant.