Chemist

Job Title: Chemist-I

Location: North Chicago, IL

Duration: 12 months with possible extension

Shift: 2nd shift

Purpose

Uses scientific education and analytical chemistry experience to perform simple to moderately complex laboratory testing within a good manufacturing practices laboratory to generate results. Interprets data output to determine conformance to specifications. Acts as a team member in the API/ Raw Material/ In-Process/Drug Product testing laboratories.

Responsibilities

· Independently performs and verifies a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments.

· Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently troubleshoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues.

· Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making, including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans.

· Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement.

· Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles.

· Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements.

· Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on a frequent basis to ensure timely product release.

· Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree in the sciences with 0-4 years of laboratory experience

· Associate degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience

· Flexibility in shift and workdays is highly desirable

· Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multitask based upon their completed training matrix.

· Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.

· Desired technical competencies (not all required): LC, LC-MS, GC, GC-MS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing

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

1. Attention to detail

2. direct lab experience

3. GMP experience

4. problem-solving skills

EEO:

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”