Quality Control Chemist I - Virginia

BioSpace; Petersburg (VA); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K contribution

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee referrals

Zusammenfassung

Novo Nordisk in Petersburg, Virginia, seeks an analytical chemist to conduct testing on materials and products per cGMP. You will analyse raw materials, intermediates, and final substances, compile data, and help ensure lab cleanliness and inventory control.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Chemistry or Microbiology with 1 year of lab experience (or an Associate’s with 3 years or HS with 5 years). Excellent benefits accompany this position at Novo Nordisk.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or science-related field and 1 year of lab procedures/analytical chemistry experience.
• Associate’s degree with 3 years of lab procedures/analytical chemistry experience.
• High School Diploma with 5 years of lab procedures/analytical chemistry experience.

Aufgaben

• Analyse raw materials, intermediates, final API drug substances and samples; compile and analyse data.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and restock supplies as needed.
• Review peer data and ensure compliance with cGMP guidelines.
• Support investigations of laboratory samples and corrective actions.
• Communicate testing status to internal clients and teams.
• Follow safety and environmental requirements in all duties.

Kenntnisse

Analytical testing

Data analysis

Laboratory procedures

cGMP compliance

Lab safety

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Microbiology

Associate’s degree in Chemistry or Microbiology

High School Diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

About The Department

For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

About The Department

Our new Petersburg, Virginia site marks a strategic move to advance our capabilities in Emerging Technologies (ET) within Chemical API development and production. The highly experienced site is designed to strengthen and accelerate our Small Molecule (SMOL) strategy while amplifying our operational capacity. This is to safeguard and support ET´s SMOL projects in the coming years, aligning with our vision and strengthening our potential for growth and innovation.

What We Offer You

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

The Position

Conduct analytical testing on materials and products in accordance with cGMP, site & corporate procedures & policies.

Essential Functions

• Analyse raw materials, intermediate and final API drug substance, pharmaceutical compounds and samples, which may include compiling & analysing data
• Ensure cleanliness of lab and restock supplies as needed
• Conduct review of peer data
• Maintain and adhere to cGMP guidelines
• Support communicating status and timing of analytical testing to internal clients
• Provide support in investigations of laboratory samples and help determine appropriate corrective and preventive actions
• Provide support to Deviations
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Ability to do close precision work with their hands. Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting and standing) 50% of the time. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear respiratory protection, which includes medical surveillance and verification of pulmonary fitness. May be required to fully gown for entrance into GMP areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or science-related field from an accredited university required and a minimum of one (1) year of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required
• May consider an Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or science-related field from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three (3) years of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required
• May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of five (5) years of experience with laboratory procedures and analytical chemistry techniques required

Experience With GMP Regulations And Quality Control Procedures Required

• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of chemistry or microbiology and laboratory techniques required
• Good judgement and an understanding of chemistry theories and concepts required
• High consciousness for personal and laboratory safety required

Detail-oriented With Good Documentation And Record-keeping Abilities Required

• Good communication skills to effectively report findings and collaborate with other departments required
• Good collaboration skills with and interaction with many departments required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we’re not chasing quick fixes – we’re creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we’ve been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we’re making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.