Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for conducting routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in progress and finished formulations according to standard operating procedures.
• Performs various analyses, which may include HPLC, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and moisture analysis.
• Conducts sampling of raw materials
• Compiles data for documentation of test procedures and prepares reports.
• Calibrates and maintains lab equipment.
• Reviews data obtained for compliance to specifications and reports abnormalities.
• Revises and updates standard operating procedures as needed.
• Applies knowledge of good manufacturing practices and good laboratory practices on a daily basis.
• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires a review of identifiable factors.
• Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Normally receives no instructions on routine work, general instructions on new assignments.
• Assists with data analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Supports QC release and stability testing.
• Maintains accurate and well-organized laboratory record and worksheets.
• Executes on assigned tasks following SOPs and GMPs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or other relevant scientific degree.
• 2+ years of experience working in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology or other related industry is required.
• Familiarity and general understanding of HPLC, KF, UV-Vis, a must. NMR, GC and other laboratory equipment, a plus.
• Must have a demonstrated working knowledge of scientific principles.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures manuals, and blueprints is required.
• Experience in data analysis, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills is required.
• Strong attention to detail is a must.
• Good communication skills both oral and written are a must.
• Good computer skills are required.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
• Excellent organizational skills are required.
• Previous experience working in a GMP or GLP environment is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check for employment consideration.  
• Employees must be able to lift or handle objects greater than 25 pounds to perform certain duties essential to the job function.
• Employees may be required to perform tasks essential to the job function in areas that require the use of hearing protection devices.
• Performance of tasks essential to the job function may require the employee to work directly with, handle, or otherwise come into contact with chemicals or pharmaceutical agents.
• Employees must be able to gain access to elevated work surfaces via vertical ladders or stairs to perform tasks essential to the job function. Employees must be able to maneuver themselves under 30 inch clearances.
• Employees must be able to able to detect color accurately and have 20/20 vision (with/without corrective lenses).
• Employees may be required to enroll in a medical surveillance program based on the potential exposure to certain health hazards encountered as a result of their job function.