Chemist I

Norwich Pharmaceuticals Inc • Norwich, NY

4h

About The Position

The Quality Control Chemist I performs routine testing to assess the conformance of raw materials, finished products, and/or stability samples to predetermined product specifications. This role involves performing routine testing in conformance with approved procedures, accurately and concisely documenting data, and reporting results. The Chemist I demonstrates a basic knowledge of SOP’s and GMP regulations as related to the pharmaceutical quality control laboratory.

Requirements

• BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Biology or related discipline
• 0-3 years experience in a pharmaceutical QC laboratory environment
• Organization, communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of cGXP requirements preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform job functions in a safe manner consistent with site safe practices and regulatory (e.g. – OSHA) requirements
• Participate in weekly/monthly safety training, identify potential safety hazards and cooperate with investigations of safety related incidents
• Conduct assigned tasks in compliance with cGXP requirements, current industry standards, compendia standards, FDA expectations and internal procedures
• Assist with laboratory investigations to ensure they are conducted in a timely manner and are completed within established target completion dates
• Maintain required level of training needed to perform a GMP task
• Perform routine sample analysis requiring general laboratory skills such as weighing, pipetting, titration, and basic operation of laboratory instrumentation
• Comprehend and follow approved test methods accurately in the performance of sample analysis to ensure adherence to “Right-the First Time” philosophy
• Perform analysis with a practical understanding of the test procedure and instrument operation
• Use available software to control instrumentation, collect data, process and calculate results, and report results
• Perform testing to evaluate physical characteristics of raw materials and finished products
• Work under direction provided by supervisor
• Calculate results and assess conformance with specifications
• Notify manager immediately of nonconforming data or unexpected occurrences
• Organize work schedule to complete assigned tasks efficiently and on schedule
• Maintain accurate record of analysis and perform documentation to company standards
• Prepare test solutions, reagents, and samples used in analysis
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical and prescription drug coverage (two PPO plans and an HDHP with Health Savings Account and employer contribution)
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement savings program
• long-term care coverage
• paid time off (176 hours to start) inclusive of sick time
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• a wellness program
• 13 company recognized paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

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