QC Chemist I (Tues-Sat 8am-5pm)

B. Braun; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

B. Braun Medical Inc. in Allentown, PA seeks a Chemist I to support analytical testing, method validation, and drug stability programs within a regulated lab.

You will work with QA, R&D, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams to ensure product quality and compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemistry or related field (Master's preferred), 4+ years in an analytical lab, and hands-on experience with HPLC/GC, Empower software, and method transfers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 4+ years analytical lab experience in regulated industries.
• Strong experience with HPLC and GC.
• Experience with Empower software and data analysis.
• Knowledge of FDA, USP, EP, ICH, ISO, and GMP requirements.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and lab investigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of raw materials, in-process and finished products, and stability samples.
• Lead drug stability studies: protocol execution, data review, and report generation.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot HPLC, GC, and related instrumentation.
• Lead method transfer, verification, and validation activities.
• Investigate OOS results and deviations, supporting CAPAs.
• Collaborate with QA, R&D, Regulatory, and Manufacturing to interpret data and prepare reports.
• Provide technical guidance to junior scientists and laboratory staff.

Skills

Analytical testing

HPLC

GC

Empower software

Method validation

Data interpretation

Technical writing

FDA/ GMP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences

Master's preferred

Tools

Empower chromatography software

HPLC/GC instrumentation

Job description

You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.

Company: B. Braun US Device Manufacturing LLC

Job Posting Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Functional Area: Quality

Working Model: Onsite

Days of Work: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Thursday, Saturday

Shift: 5X8

Relocation Available: No

Requisition ID: 12923

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

Position Summary

The Chemist I is responsible for supporting analytical testing, method validation, method transfers, and drug stability programs within a regulated laboratory environment. This role performs chemical analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples while ensuring compliance with FDA, GMP, ISO, and applicable regulatory requirements. The Senior Chemist serves as a technical resource for laboratory investigations, data interpretation, and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. This position works closely with Quality, R&D, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams to support business objectives.

In This Role, You Will Have the Chance To:

• Perform analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples using approved methods and specifications.
• Lead and support drug stability studies, including protocol execution, data review, and report generation.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, GC, and other characterization equipment.
• Lead method transfer, verification, and validation activities, including protocol and final report preparation.
• Investigate Out-of-Specification (OOS) results, deviations, and laboratory non-conformances while supporting corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret analytical data and prepare technical reports.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior scientists and laboratory personnel.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline required; Master's degree preferred.
• 4+ years of analytical laboratory experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, or other regulated industries.
• Strong experience operating analytical instrumentation, including HPLC and GC.
• Experience with Empower chromatography software and data analysis.
• Experience with analytical method validation, method transfer, and assay and/or impurity testing.
• Working knowledge of FDA, USP, EP, ICH, ISO, and GMP requirements.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and laboratory investigation skills.

Preferred Experience Includes

• Experience developing, implementing, or maintaining drug stability programs.
• Experience writing stability protocols, reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Experience supporting laboratory compliance and audit readiness activities.
• Applicable industry or professional certifications.

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions, including skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Through its Sharing Expertise® initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services

Salar Range- $70,000- $78,300/ Annually

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com .

Through its "Sharing Expertise®" initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

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