QC Chemist I

americanregent; Shirley (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Life insurance

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Matching 401k

Job summary

American Regent, Inc. in New York State is seeking a QC Chemist I to test raw materials, in-process and finished products to verify identity, potency and purity. You will operate analytical instruments and maintain GMP records to support a compliant quality program.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field.
• Good oral and written communication skills, detail oriented, capable of multi-tasking.
• Knowledge of HPLC instrumentation and software.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished product samples.
• Perform all wet chemistry procedures including titrations, extractions, etc.
• General glassware and laboratory cleaning.
• Maintain GMP documentation of all activities.
• Perform calibration, basic troubleshooting and maintenance on laboratory instruments.
• Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Good oral and written communication

Detail oriented

Capable of multi-tasking

MS Word

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field

Tools

HPLC instrumentation and software

Job description

Nature and Scope

This position is centered on testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished product samples accurately and efficiently to determine chemical identity, potency and purity of pharmaceutical products manufactured by American Regent, Inc. The QC Chemist I will perform analytical testing according to current guidance and established procedures for analysis of stability samples in the Quality Control Laboratories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Successfully operate all instruments including:

• pH meter
• Balances
• Autotitrator / Karl Fischer Titrator
• HPLC / GC
• ICP-OES / ICP-MS
• UV-VIS Spectrophotometer
• Osmometer
• Polarograph

• Perform testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished product samples.
• Perform all wet chemistry procedures including titrations, extractions, etc.
• General glassware and laboratory cleaning.
• Maintain GMP documentation of all activities.
• Perform calibration, basic troubleshooting and maintenance on laboratory instruments.
• Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by management.

Education Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field required.
• Good oral and written communication skills, detail oriented, capable of multi-tasking.
• Knowledge of HPLC instrumentation and software.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Physical Environment and Requirements

Specific vision requirements include 20/40 near vision (can be corrected with eyeglasses or contacts) and color vision.

Expected Hourly Rate

$33.70-$37.00

The hourly rate displayed is the minimum and maximum hourly rate of compensation for the role that the employer in good faith believes to be accurate at the time of the posting of an advertisement for the role. Actual compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, knowledge, skills and experience.

Benefits

American Regent also offers a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare, life insurance, profit sharing, paid time off, matching 401k as well as a wide range of other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

American Regent celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Contact

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