Summary:

The purpose of this position is to carry out assigned laboratory duties which may include sampling, testing, and evaluating analytical data on samples such as raw materials, in-process, and final products. In addition, will also develop and validate analytical methods.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

· Perform analytical testing in support of product development and method validation.

· Conduct laboratory tests in compliance with established internal Standard Test Methods (STMs), compendial and vendor/partner supplied methods.

· Maintain organized records of tests performed and results obtained by following company policies.

· Perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment.

· Understand and comply with all company policies, safety procedures, and SOPS, including cGMPs and cGLPs.

· Assist in the preparation of analytical data for internal and external meetings and presentations.

· Assist in performing laboratory investigations. Contribute to written investigation reports as required.

· Maintain a level of technical knowledge and understanding in the assigned areas of responsibility that are consistent with the current scientific requirements of the company.

· Participate in the transfer of methods to/from the Quality Control department.

Requirements:

· 3 years minimum of pharmaceutical experience required (will not consider someone right out of school, need the experience)

· Minimal lifting required. May need to move boxes, always others around to assist. No more than 20lbs.

· Familiarity with cGMP's, and work experience following cGMP's required.

· Basic skills in using typical laboratory and processing equipment - HPLC required

· Basic understanding of the chemical and physical principles upon which formulation, process development and analytical methodology is based.

· Familiarity with concept of cGMPs.

· Basic skills in using typical laboratory and processing equipment (e.g. HPLC (required), UV Spec, pH meter, centrifuge, etc.).

· Ability to utilize scientific information resources within the assigned area of responsibility.

· Good observation, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills (e.g. rational progression of investigation).

· Good understanding of the scientific thinking in the design of experimental protocols.

· Basic documentation skills (e.g. notebook, reports) with attention to detail and legible handwriting.

· Good organizational skills (e.g. daily tasks, documentation, archived information).

· Good interpersonal skills (e.g. working with members of other teams to achieve shared goals).

· Good verbal and written English communication skills (e.g. able to participate in scientific discussions and written interactions).

· Proficient in the use of computers and widely used workplace applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Outlook, graphing software, etc.).

· Ability to be flexible in adapting work plan to current corporate goals.

· Basic time management skills (e.g. multi-tasking and task prioritization).

Education:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study (e.g. chemistry, pharmacy, biology, engineering, etc.) from an accredited college or university required.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM