Chemist - Quality Control
About The Position
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. Company Overview: The Chemist – QC in Indianapolis Radioligand Therapy (IRLT) group performs accurate and timely testing of routine and some non-routine radioactive lab samples in accordance with appropriate GMP and safety guidelines. The chemist completes second person verification of other's results. The chemist also participates in laboratory analytical investigations, equipment evaluations and qualifications, and some quality system improvement initiatives by executing well-defined protocols and procedures. The chemist shares technical information and best practice within plant sites or groups.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a science field related to the lab (e.g., chemistry, biochemistry, biology, etc.)
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of experience in a GMP analytical lab
- Experience with radioactive materials a plus.
- Proficiency with computer systems LIMS, Empower, Chromeleon, Excel, etc.
- Proficiency with UHPLC, pH meters, ICPMS, Rad detectors, Dose calibrators, and Gamma detectors, among others, a plus.
- Ability to work in a lab environment, including wearing appropriate PPE and other safety required equipment and considerations.
- Demonstrate strong math and documentation skills.
- Demonstrate strong oral and written communication and interpersonal interaction skills.
Responsibilities
- Sample Analysis and Reporting
- Verify (SPV) analytical data of other analysts within the lab as requested.
- Accurately and safely perform analytical test methods or related support activities as per procedures or protocols.
- Uses technical knowledge in the review and interpretation of data for conformances to procedures, standards, protocols, and/or real-time recognition of aberrant data and results.
- Perform data entry and reviews own work for accuracy in accordance with laboratory procedures, standards and GMP requirements.
- May perform holistic review of data for release of data from the laboratory.
- Problem Solving
- Recognizes when a deviation from test methods, procedures, et cetera has occurred and initiates analytical investigations and participates in a Root Cause Investigations.
- Participates, including lead investigator duties, in investigations for deviations.
- Assists in troubleshooting equipment and methods as required.
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Assist in improvement of quality systems by creating or revising worksheets and other lab documentation systems.
- Identifies and communicates opportunities for improvement initiatives in daily work activities.
- Reviews SOPs for executable as written.
- Shares technical information and best practice within plant sites or group.
- Lab Operations
- Assist with drafting protocols for non-routine testing or validation with appropriate guidance.
- Assist in developing equipment qualification protocols with appropriate guidance.
- Perform routine equipment calibrations or maintenance.
- Comply with and assist with implementing safety standards.
- Execute notification to management when required by procedures or standards.
- Initiate lab deviations
- Train and mentor others.
- Assist with developing training materials.
Benefits
- Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance).
- In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
