Chemist

At Country Life, we inspire greatness through our wholistic approach of supplement and personal care products. Our team of experts, innovators and dreamers is dedicated to bringing the power of nature and the promise of science to people at every life stage. Join our Hauppauge, NY team and share our passion for natural health and pride in our company’s commitment to excellence and quality

Position Summary: Testing pharmaceuticals, vitamins and herbal products using HPLC, ICP, FTIT, NIR, UV-VIS and wet chemistry per USP, AOAC, FCC, BP (British Pharmacopeia) and internal procedures. Properly disposes of waste chemicals based on OSHA requirements.

Position Scope: Handles approximately 15 - 35 analytical tests per week

Position Responsibility:

• Works with lab instruments, e.g. HPLC, AA, PDA, RI detection methods, ICP and ICP-MS to perform analytical tests. Also works with chemicals and reagent solvents during the day.
• Records the raw data and results from scientific test results.
• Reports any lab instruments malfunction to Lab Manager.
• Prepares and files all Quality Control documents, e.g. Certificate of Analysis (COA) Deviations, Out of Specification (OOS) reports.
• Reviews testing and notebooks to prepare bulk product release.
• Conducts daily calibration of balances and Ph meter. Calibrates an expiration date for all product labels based on shelf life expectancy.
• Disposes of waste chemicals appropriately.
• Checks raw materials and finished product potencies.
• Proper disposal of expired raw materials, in-process and finished goods (final batches). Coordinates such activities with Safety Manager.
• Prepares samples for shipment to outside testing laboratory.
• Assists in the inventory of supplies and upkeep of laboratory and laboratory machinery.
• Preparation of purchase orders, receipt of supplies, and interfacing with other departments to expedite these functions.

General

• Clean working space, desk, equipment/glassware and whole lab.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times as stipulated by SOPs. e.g. respirator, ear plugs, hair net, beard cover and lab coat.
• Lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required. Position requires considerable standing on lab floor.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational symposia; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies, etc.
• Satisfactory completion of appropriate corporate training as related to the position and/or department.
• Assures compliance by following Food and Drug Administration's Good Manufacturing Practices (FDA cGMPs / GLPs) as well as other regulatory standards as required by the department.
• Contributes to overall achievement by accomplishing related tasks and demonstrating characteristics that exemplify team building and support.
• The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Other activities may be assigned as required by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Skills:

• Chemist I will have one year Pharmaceutical laboratory or related experience as well as good mechanical aptitude. Training on specific laboratory equipment and instruments is preferred and may be provided if no work experience outside of classroom laboratory
• Chemist II will have three years of Pharmaceutical lab experience and good familiarity with HPLC, ICP and ICP-MS as well as good mechanical aptitude.
• Senior Chemist will have five years Pharmaceutical lab experience and strong experience with HPLC, ICP and ICP-MS as well as good mechanical aptitude.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent knowledge of PC software, MS Office, Word, Excel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent Chemistry background as well as practical application of the technical knowledge.
• Excellent understanding and attitude towards cGMP and GLP, which will increase with job level.

Education and Certifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Chemistry required for Chemist I and Chemist II positions. Masters of Chemistry, or equivalent, is preferred for Senior