Chemist

Bench Chemist level 1

Contract: 1 Year (Potential for extension)

Location: Zebulon, NC

Pay Rate: $25/hr

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analytical testing of raw materials, packaging materials, finished products, and environmental samples using approved methods and various instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, Vitek, GC, UV, microscope, gram stainer, robotics).
• Generate valid data at expected levels of productivity while adhering to cGMP.
• Interpret the validity of own test data and generate accurate results.
• Advise the immediate supervisor or designee of all important aspects of analytical testing including deviations.
• Evaluate data generated by others in the analytical group.
• Accurately document analytical data and review official laboratory documents (e.g., SOPs, technical reports, methods, specifications).
• Assist in analytical method development/validation/transfer.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Assist in training other laboratory personnel on methods, instrumentation, and computer systems.
• Review and revise training materials.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of training activities.
• Participate in interdepartmental project teams or committees.

Education & Qualifications

• ****MUST HAVE minimum level of job-related experience:
• Understanding of analytical laboratory practices and testing of finished products.
• Proficiency with HPLC equipment.
• Experience of providing QC testing support to at least one value stream.
• Developing knowledge and application of the Quality Management System (QMS)

Education/Experience:

• Minimum level of Education: Associates Degree or High School + 2 years relevant pharmaceutical experience
• Area of Specialization: Chemistry/Biology or a related physical science

Minimum level of job-related experience:

• Experience of providing QC testing support to at least one value stream.
• Developing knowledge and application of the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Understanding of laboratory practices and testing

Additional Requirements:

• Operational knowledge of analytical chemistry/microbiology (as applicable) laboratory equipment, raising up concerns or issues to ensure diagnosis of problems and identify appropriate actions.
• Full understanding of the requirements and application of GMP principles in a laboratory environment.
• Good verbal and written communication on an individual and group basis targeted to appropriately audiences of several levels within GMS.
• Supports other teams when required.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of training activities