Chemist II (Dissolution testing)

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:

·         BS/BA in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology or related field with 2-5 years lab experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred) or master’s degree

·         Work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment

·         Experience in HPLC analysis and chromatographic data acquisition system (empower)

·         Experience in use of electronic lab notebooks (ELN)

·         Experience in Dissolution testing is a must have

Qualifications:

·         BS in Chemistry 2-5 yrs. lab experience or master’s degree. 

·         Solid use of HPLC is a must. 

·         Solid documentation skills, familiarity of GMP, GLP. 

·         Able to present findings to larger groups.

Requirements:

·         BS/BA in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology or related field with 2-5 yrs lab experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred) or Masters Degree.

·         Solid use of analytical instruments including HPLC and chromatography data systems (i.e., Empower).

·         Solid documentation skills, familiarity of GMP, GLP, GSP.

·         Able to present findings to larger groups.

Responsibilities:

·         Plan and execute assigned laboratory tasks utilizing standard procedures and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks.

·         Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, LIMS/SLIMS, and instrument related systems.

·         Presents conclusions of defined experiments.

·         Ensures safety and GxP requirements are met when performing tasks.

·         Ensures timely and GxP compliant delivery of high-quality precise data
 

What are the top 5 skills/requirements this person is required have?

·         Required Skill 1: Experience with chromatographic techniques (HPLC is a must)

·         Required Skill 2: Familiarity with GMP/GLP/GSP documentation

·         Required Skill 3: Works well as part of a team

·         Required Skill 4: Strong communication skills

·         Required Skill 5: Ability to summarize and concisely communicate results
 

What years of experience, education, and/or certification is required?

·         Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Equivalent)

What is a nice to have (but not required) regarding skills, requirements, experience, education, or certification?

·         Experience in dissolution testing and method development

Other notable details about the environment from the hiring manager about this role?

·         Role is in a fast-paced GMP environment in support of multiple programs

What positions/background experience do you feel are successful in this role?

·         Scientist with pharmaceutical company or testing lab supporting small molecule drug candidates.