QC Associate Scientist

West Pharmaceutical Services•Uwchlan Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will be responsible for performing testing of products for internal and external customers using a variety of analytical techniques. You may be assisting in developing procedures for instrumentation, test instructions, and test reports. You may coordinate the day-to-day receipt and shipment of samples in the laboratory and support the Laboratory team in administration and quality systems. At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or a relevant scientific field preferred
No minimum experience required
Experience working in a laboratory or cGMP/pharmaceutical environment preferred
Laboratory administrative/Coordinator/Analyst role preferred
cGMP
Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Employee must have good color vision acuity
Employee may be required to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) without assistance
Must be able to express or exchange ideas with employees
Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures
Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize
Read and interpret data, information and documents

Nice To Haves

Tensile, force, compression or other compendial physical testing experience. Instron and/or Bluehill software knowledge is a plus
Wet chemistry knowledge and techniques such as Pipetting, Titrations, and Extractions
Spectroscopy and/or Chromatographic knowledge

Responsibilities

Perform analysis using various techniques including established and experimental test methods.
Use instrumentation both qualitatively and quantitatively where appropriate.
With guidance assist in completing projects from protocol to final report.
Train analysts as appropriate.
Develop and validate methods with guidance.
Keep current with new analytical technology.
Possess ability to work independently and as part of a team with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
Employ QC analytical techniques including but not limited to spectroscopy and chromatography, titrations, or visual and functional testing.
Assist in preparation of work instructions, SOPs, technical reports, and qualification documentation.
Assist in lab study design and preparation in study plans and protocols.
Willingness to learn and apply new analytical techniques.
Perform lab investigations, OOS, and OOT as required.
Meet individual and departmental goals as required.
Apply required cGMP regulations and internal QA procedures
Adhere to established laboratory safety procedures
Handle hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals as well as limited biological compounds
Other duties as assigned