Quality Control Chemist

Aequor Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd. seeks a Chemist for a cGMP pharmaceutical environment in Massachusetts. The role focuses on instrument calibration, routine and advanced testing, and data integrity within a fast-paced lab.

Candidates should hold a BS/BA in physical sciences, be fluent in English, and able to analyze complex data. Familiarity with HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, ICP, and MS Office is preferred; no remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical sciences required.
• English fluency for reading/writing scientific work.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and communicate findings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and scientific software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and perform preventive maintenance of lab instruments.
• Coordinate with vendors for installation and qualification.
• Conduct routine and advanced testing in the assigned group.
• Lead investigations and ensure data integrity and cGMP compliance.
• Adhere to good documentation practices.
• Work in a cGMP laboratory or manufacturing environment.

Skills

Raw materials testing

Instrument knowledge

Data analysis

MS Office

English communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical sciences

English proficiency

Tools

Karl Fischer

HPLC

GC

Particle size

ICP

Job description

Work Hours: General Shift: 8:30AM – 5:00PM (may vary based on business needs)

Reports To: Quality Control Manager

Responsibilities

The general duties and responsibilities of the "Chemist " include but are not limited to the following:

• Calibration and preventive maintenance of instruments.
• Communications with vendors for installation, qualification and maintenance.
• Conduct routine testing or other analysis in a specific group or department setting.
• Conduct advanced testing and/or critical testing, as required.
• Operate specialized equipment or conduct specialized skill testing
• Working knowledge of raw materials testing and release
• Working knowledge of instruments such as Karl Fisher, HPLC, GC, Particle size, ICP
• Lead investigation activities.
• Ensure compliance to all data integrity and cGMP practices, procedures, and expect
• Ensure compliance with all good documentation practices.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of the Department or Section Head

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (BS or BA), physical sciences preferred
• Proficiently speak English as a first or second language
• Proficiently communicate and understand (read and write) scientific work in English
• Have excellent organization, learning and teaching skills required to work in teams
• Ability to understand and analyze complex data sets.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and other scientific based software.
• Experience in Inhalation products (MDI) is a plus

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of raw materials testing and release
• Working knowledge of instruments such as Karl Fisher, HPLC, GC, Particle size, ICP
• Ability to understand and analyze complex data sets.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and other scientific based software.
• Have excellent organization, learning and teaching skills required to work in teams
• Proficiently communicate and understand (read and write) scientific work in English

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Inhalation products (MDI) is a plus

Pay range and compensation package

Pay range or salary or compensation: Not specified.

Working conditions

This role works in a cGMP laboratory or manufacturing environment, where personal protective equipment is required, which may include uniforms, lab coats, safety glasses, respiratory protective equipment, hearing protection, etc. Work with or around solvents, powders, or other materials commonly found in a pharmaceutical laboratory or manufacturing facility is required. The role may be assigned on a work-shift basis, where required (Day, Evening, Night). Weekend or Holiday work may be requested or required.

Physical requirements

• Work standing or walking unassisted for 75% or greater of an 8-hour period. Unassisted lifting up-to10 kg, may be required.
• Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times, when required.
• Sitting at a desk and/or working at a computer or other "screen " 75% or greater of an 8-hour period.

Professional and Behavioral Competencies

• Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical packaging setting.
• Must be willing and able to work any assigned shift ranging from first or second shift. Work schedule may be Monday to Friday.
• Must be willing to work some weekends based on business needs as required by management.
• No remote work available
• No employment sponsorship or work visas.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal opportunity statement: Not specified.