Associate Scientist II, Quality Control

Catalent • Petersburg, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Scientist II, Quality Control performs laboratory analysis of finished products, in-process materials, raw materials, and validation samples according to established specifications, methods, protocols, and compendial monographs. The role also includes microbiological identification, reagent and media preparation, sample and result documentation, basic statistical analysis, inventory support, and calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Work is performed under moderate supervision in a dynamic laboratory environment, with attention to detail and adherence to safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices. The position is based at Catalent’s St. Petersburg, Florida facility and is 100% onsite, with standard hours Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk regularly and occasionally lift up to 15 pounds; lifting items greater than 44.09 pounds requires assistance.
• Ability to differentiate colors and pass the Ishihara Color Vision Screening; the in-house screening requires identifying at least 4 of 6 numbers in the circles.
• Ability to obtain 20/30 far and near visual acuity in both eyes, with or without corrective lenses.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with UV spectroscopy, IR and AA instrumentation, HPLC and GC instrumentation, autoclave and Vitek systems, and dissolution testing.
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques such as titrations, extractions, digestions, and preparation of test solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze finished products, in-process materials, fill moisture, raw materials, and cleaning verification and validation samples according to assigned specifications, methods, and protocols.
• Perform analysis of finished products and validation samples, moisture testing, and gas, water, and environmental sampling and testing according to specifications, protocols, and compendial monographs.
• Cultivate and identify microorganisms using selective and non-selective media, and maintain cultures according to ATCC and departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Identify microorganisms using techniques such as API and Gram Stain.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and media needed for analysis.
• Work with potent and teratogenic compounds as required.
• Log samples into the GLIMS database and logbooks; interpret and record results in approved notebooks, reports, and logbooks.
• Perform basic statistical analysis to support testing and verify calculations and results for accuracy and integrity.
• Assist with receiving, labeling, and storing solvents and reagents; maintain inventory of glassware, chemicals, and materials.
• Calibrate analytical equipment such as balances, pH meters, and KF analyzers; maintain and clean laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off and 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Resource Groups focused on diversity and inclusion.
• WellHub program promoting physical and mental wellness.
• Perkspot discounts from more than 900 merchants.
• Defined career path with annual performance reviews and potential for growth within an expanding team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level