R&D Chemist

Applied Laboratories, Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Prismhr Hire is seeking an R&D Chemist to translate product concepts into physical formulations through lab testing, method validation, and plant trials in a GMP-regulated setting. The role involves preparing solutions, performing routine tests, supporting microbiology activities, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to GMP and safety standards.

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field preferred; experience in chemical labs and knowledge of chromatography and cleaning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory solutions and reagents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Lab testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Chromatography

Cleaning equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The R&D Chemist is responsible for converting product concepts into physical products through formulation, laboratory testing, methods validation, microbiological support, documentation, and plant trials in a GMP-regulated environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare laboratory solutions and reagents.
• Perform routine chemical testing of new products under development.
• Support microbiological testing activities related to product development or investigations.
• Write and execute method validation studies.
• Assist in developing and executing cleaning and sanitization procedures.
• Maintain and clean R&D equipment and production equipment after R&D use.
• Compile R&D data, results, and observations.
• Maintain accurate data records in laboratory notebooks.
• Follow GMP regulations and documentation expectations.
• Assist with sending chemical and microbiological samples to outside laboratories.
• Assist in batching and filling line trials.
• Support plant trials and scale-up activities.
• Perform all other duties as necessary.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related scientific field preferred.
• Experience working in a chemical laboratory, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of chromatography, formulation, and cleaning commercial pharmaceutical equipment.
• cGMP experience is a plus.
• Microbiological training or experience is a plus, including microbiological testing, aseptic techniques, environmental monitoring, or bioburden investigations.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in chemistry laboratory, manufacturing/production, and office settings. The role requires compliance with safety, quality, GMP, sanitation, and PPE requirements and may involve standing, walking, climbing stairs, accessing production equipment, and connecting or disconnecting hoses during lab, batching, filling, or plant trial activities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.