Process Development Chemist

POLARIS Laboratories•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting with research and development, validations of testing methods, and documentation. Work closely with QSM to ensure proper documentation of validation, uncertainty, and proficiency testing.

Requirements

Ability to work autonomously
Effective management of time and deadlines
Advanced organizational skills (both physical and electronic organization)
Intermediate knowledge Excel
Chemistry degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience required

Nice To Haves

Practical industrial or academic research laboratory experience

Responsibilities

Complete activities associated with document management: Maintain current Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) in files for the organization and binder for the Indianapolis facility, Maintain chemical inventories, Create documentation, work instructions, forms, etc. as needed for new and existing procedures, Create Excel spreadsheets to document research results
Enter data into various spreadsheets on a routine basis
Complete activities associated with supplies management: Assist in procuring materials for the department, Assist in assessing potential equipment purchases, Inspect, maintain and repair laboratory equipment
Provide Research Chemist Support
Conduct test to validate analytical procedures
Assist with PT process for all labs
Assist with evaluation of apparatus and methods to determine feasibility of additional in-house testing
Perform routine lab analysis as necessary
Assist in safety compliance
Adherence and support of the POLARIS Employee Handbook inclusive of the Standards of Conduct
Learn and support the Quality Management System
Learn and support POLARIS Lean Initiatives
Other duties as assigned