Chemist I

Medisca•Irving, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

A Medisca Partner, CED Analytical Labs is an analytics testing laboratory that delivers customized solutions with an unwavering commitment to quality and innovation that their customers can always count on. Offering worry-free and agile testing services at the highest standards of quality, CED Analytics supports partners in the pharmaceutical compounding, life-science, and healthcare industries. Committed to Partners in Wellness , CED Analytics offers an unfailing devotion to improving lives across a multitude of needs and multitude of people. The primary focus of the Chemist I is to independently perform pharmaceutical analyses in the laboratory using analytical instrumentation and compendial methods and procedures.

Requirements

Sc. in chemistry or a science related field, with knowledge of common laboratory techniques.
Minimum of one (1) year of laboratory experience performing analytical testing preferred
Working knowledge of cGMP/GLP, ICH, USP/NF, FDA regulations
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook and Excel) required
Excellent communication skills; fluent English (oral & written) required
Strong work ethic and reliable
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to work under pressure and successfully function in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Sample Testing Run lab experiments and record data in laboratory notebooks with accuracy and completeness
Calculate results as required in compendial methods and procedures.
Responsible for meeting due dates for the following testing:
Perform identification testing for routine samples FTIR, UV-Vis, USP <191> color/precipitate test, etc.
Perform wet bench testing for routine samples TLC, fats and fixed oils test, arsenic test, selenium test, etc.
Perform titration testing for routine samples Color indicator, potentiometric, etc.
Perform wet bench testing for stability samples Residue on ignition, loss on drying, water determination, etc.
Participate in laboratory investigations.
Inventory Login & Upkeep Maintain laboratory inventory of chemicals and supplies
Check stock levels and request commonly used chemicals as needed
Log-in incoming laboratory supplies into inventory system on a daily basis
Remove and update inventory for expired chemicals
Periodic inventory of chemicals and supplies on hand
Laboratory Upkeep Maintain organized and tidy laboratory areas and workspaces
Clean and store glassware regularly
Calibrate and perform verification checks on routine use equipment, i.e. analytical balances
Compliance to FDA regulations and CED SOPs
Perform other duties as assigned