Scientist I - Process R&D Chemist
About The Position
The Scientist I conducts laboratory work to prepare products according to manager instructions and operating procedures, ensuring work is efficient and safe. In a process chemistry laboratory, the role performs assigned chemical experiments to prepare and purify process intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients, supports internal development and manufacturing operations, and documents, reviews, and communicates experimental results. The position works under the guidance of a scientist and uses judgment to adapt or modify assignments. This role is based in Florence, South Carolina, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with flexibility required. Work takes place in a laboratory and cleanroom environment, with GMP and safety requirements and use of PPE. The position involves standing for extended periods and handling hazardous or toxic materials. A comprehensive background check, including drug screening, is required.
Requirements
- BA or BS in chemistry or a related field.
- Good knowledge and understanding of chemistry and analytical instrumental technologies.
- Good knowledge of qualitative and quantitative chemical or microbiological analysis.
- Good knowledge of pharmaceutical-industry quality and regulatory requirements, including pharmaceutical GMPs and descriptive organic chemistry.
- Good problem-solving skills and a logical approach to scientific problems.
- Proficiency with HPLC, GC, LC/MS, and dissolution techniques.
- Good interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
- Ability to write standard operating procedures, simple protocols, and reports.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers or regulatory agencies.
- Ability to apply mathematical operations, including determining test reliability and using analysis of variance and correlation techniques.
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to meet the position's physical requirements, including prolonged standing, walking, sitting, and other movements; handling light to medium weights; and using hands, arms, and vision for laboratory and computer tasks.
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assemble and operate bench-scale laboratory equipment and conduct experiments under the guidance of a scientist.
- Accurately record and report experiments and scientific findings in a timely manner according to departmental standards and project objectives.
- Prepare, edit, and review documentation for client updates and pilot plant operations.
- Maintain housekeeping standards and a clean, safe work environment, including work areas, instrumentation, and testing materials.
- Comply with cGMP, OSHA, safety regulations, BOPs, and SOPs, and execute applicable procedures.
- Inspect safety equipment weekly or monthly.
- Solve problems related to chemical processes.
- Handle chemicals and equipment and maintain required PPE according to EHS protocols.
- Prepare and purify process intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients, and support internal development and manufacturing operations.
Benefits
- Competitive wages and an excellent benefits package.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on Day 1.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- 401(k) company match up to 6% after one year.
- Tuition reimbursement, eligible after 90 days.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Employee discount program.
- Recognition program.
- Charitable gift matching.
- Company-paid parental leave.
- Company-provided computer, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
- Company-provided PPE, including lab coats, safety glasses, and safety shoes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
