Position Summary
Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis on raw materials, solutions, and components following approved Standard Operating Procedures and test methods in an accurate and timely manner.
Job Responsibilities
- Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
- Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
- Prepare test solutions, compounds, standards or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
- Follow laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed.
- Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
- Purchase laboratory supplies, such as chemicals.
- Operate lab equipment such as pipets, burets, balances, hot plates, etc.
- Review samples received, logs samples, and enter data into computer database (LIMS)
- Responsible for general housekeeping of laboratory and test suites
- Sustain a clean and safe work environment utilizing 65 principles
- Perform routine laboratory and safety audits
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Computer literate/knowledge of Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel)
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Must have a basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation
- Good documentation skills and knowledge of GDPs (Good Documentation Practices)
- Able to manage multiple tasks/priorities in a timely manner
- Familiarity with LIMS (or equivalent system) and TrackWise
- Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers
- Must be have basic knowledge of general chemistry techniques
Required Education and Experience
- B.S. degree in Science; Chemistry major preferred
- 0-2 years of experience; minimum 1 year experience in Pharmaceutical/Medical Device industry preferred
Pay Rate: $22-25/hr *Salary will be commensurate with candidate experience
