Job Description

Job Title:  Chemist II

Pay:  $28.00 - $31.00

POSITION SUMMARY:  Responsible for an intermediate level of expertise in analytical chemistry, chromatographic methods of analysis and instrumentation, including troubleshooting, to execute protocols, verifications, and method transfers in support of senior level personnel.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES PERFORMED BY THE INCUMBENT:

• Performs accurate routine chemical testing utilizing instrumental methods of analysis (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, ICP-MS, TLC, AA), with emphasis on chromatography, to meet departmental objectives.
• Updates and routes SOP’s, MOA's, Specifications, through Documentum as delegate by Supervisor for USP compliance.
• Assists in the formal training of lab personnel on topics such as GMP, safety, antineoplastic and new employee training.
• Provides technical support for method validation, verification, transfers, and evaluations.
• Provides guidance to Associate Scientists.  
• Performs troubleshooting of instrumentation by applying problem solving skills and sourcing out literature or vendors if necessary. Assist Associate Chemist personnel troubleshooting difficulties.
• Maintains accurate records of all work performed with respect to a given project. Documents testing in compliance with GDP.
• Performs peer review of data to ensure compliance.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess a B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, or related Science.
• Experience with FDA guidelines and cGMP.
• Typically requires a minimum of 1 - 4 years of related experience in pharmaceutical industry. Must have hands-on experience and knowledge of chromatographic methods of analysis (HPLC, GC, UV-VIS, FTIR, TLC, AA).
• Method development and troubleshooting experience highly desired.
• HPLC and Wet Chemistry experience a must.
• Empower a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.