QC Chemist II

summary / objective The primary function of a QC Chemist II is to perform to a high level in qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical analysis in support of two of the following areas: Analysis of raw materials and packaging components Analysis of in-process and finished drug products (including stability) of primarily high-volume products Analysis of high potency products ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A Chemist II completes testing independently. May perform non-routine method transfer and instrument troubleshooting with supervision if required. A Chemist II has good oral and written communication skills. A Chemist II has strong lab-work skills and good understanding of chemical testing equipment and processes A Chemist II has a good understanding of cGMP, DEA regulations, and Quality Procedures for working in a QC Lab A Chemist II knows the basic concepts of statistical treatment of experimental data. Proposes conclusion congruent with experimental results A Chemist II can identify routine technical problems and seeks help to solve them. Knows basic skills for OOS, OOT, and aberrant result investigations A Chemist II has proficient level of understanding of lab instruments and equipment knowledge and basic trouble shooting skills Specialized Tech Support Testing independently Method Transfer with supervision Qualification with supervision Instrumentation troubleshoot and maintenance Documentation Review 2PV Accountability Budget A Chemist II orders materials as needed Self and Group Development A Chemist II recognizes deficiencies in basic areas for self-improvement. Documentation A Chemist II documents activities in procedure/lab notebooks independently Ethics Has declarative and procedural knowledge of Data Integrity and Ethics Supervision A Chemist II works with minimum supervision and works with Teams as directed No supervision of others WORK ENVIRONMENT This role operates in a professional laboratory and office environments; business casual/casual attire is required. This role requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic and/ or caustic chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide, Hydrochloric Acid, Acetonitrile, Methanol, and other chemical solutions necessary in analytical chemistry. As a result, the employee may be required to wear a respirator or appropriate PPE for certain tasks within the laboratory to ensure their safety and protection. In the event a respirator is required, this will be provided by the company at no expense to the employee. In addition, any medical expenses for respirator fit testing will be covered by the employer. DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position. Hours of work can vary, depending on which shift the employee is assigned SKILLSET EXPECTATION Advanced excel skills preferred but not required Professional Reliable and dependable Organized and detail oriented Highly accurate and efficient Exercises confidentiality Abstract problem-solving skills Strong communication skills PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Assoc. in Chemistry w/ 3 - 5 years experience BS Related scientific field w/ 2-3 years experience BA/BS Chemistry w/1yr experience Keep up with Current Technology WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE (IF APPLICABLE) Must be authorized to work in the United States