Scientist 1

Description:

Position Summary:

The Quality Control Scientist I performs routine analyses and documentation of any of the following:

• In-Process and Finished Product samples for pharmaceutical batch.

• Release Stability samples or Projects within the QC Chemistry Laboratory in a manner consistent with established standards.

• Supports internal development and/or manufacturing operations.

• Makes detailed observations reviews documents and communicates test results.

Job Functions:

• Conducts routine chemical testing of finished products and stability samples by internally developed and compendial test methods.

• Performs validated test methods for pharmaceutical finished products for strength impurities identity and characteristics by using HPLC and wet chemistry techniques.

• Recognizes and reports out-of-specification or unexpected results and non-routine analytical and product problems efficiently.

• Performs daily instrument calibrations/verifications as required.

• Clearly and accurately communicates the results of work by accurate documentation of the testing/analysis acquired results.

• Records and reports results of analysis in accordance with prescribed lab procedures systems.

• Prepares test solutions including diluents and mobile phases.

• Cleans and maintains work area instrumentation

• Performs all duties in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures Good Manufacturing Practices Good Laboratory Practices and Safety guidelines.

• Maintains vital compliance status required by company and facility standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelors degree or greater in physical science preferably in Chemistry.

• 1-2 years of experience performing chemical tests with chromatographic technique is preferred.

• Working theoretical knowledge of HPLC is required as well as practical execution.

• Equivalent combinations of education training meaningful work experience may be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilites:

• Good knowledge understanding of basic instrumental technologies and qualitative quantitative chemical analyses.

• Awareness of quality regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry.

• Good problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving scientific problems.

• Follow all company policies SOPs cGMPs work instructions methods analyst guidelines.

• Demonstrates efficiency by multitasking and scheduling time to meet required workload. Actively seek additional assignments when testing in primary area of responsibility is completed.

• Takes initiative and independently pursues training and/or learning opportunities to improve personal skills and share skills with other team members.

• Shown interpersonal and communication skills both oral written.

• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as determination of test reliability analysis of variance and correlation techniques.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.