Researcher

Research Associate - Analytical Development

5-month contract

$29.39

San Diego, CA

Summary:

The purpose of the position is to carry out assigned laboratory duties which may include sampling, testing, and evaluating analytical data on samples such as raw materials, in-process, and final products. In addition, will also develop and validate analytical methods.

Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical testing in support of product development and method validation
• Conduct laboratory tests in compliance with established internal Standard Test Methods (STMs), compendial and vendor/partner supplied methods
• Maintain organized records of tests performed and results obtained by following company policies
• Perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Understand and comply with all company policies, safety procedures, and SOPs, including cGMPs and cGLPs
• Asist in the preparation analytical data for internal and external meetings and presentations
• assist in performing lab investigations. Contribute to written investigation reports as required
• Maintain a level of technical knowledge and understanding in the assigned areas of responsibility that are consistent with the current scientific requirements of the company
• Participate in the transfer of methods to/from the QC department

Interaction:

• The incumbent works closely with all functional areas in R&D, Manufacturing, QA, QC, Document Control, and Regulatory Affairs

Skills:

• Basic understanding of the chemical and physical principals upon which formulation, process development, and analytical methodology is based
• Familiarity with concept of cGMPs
• Basic skills in using typical laboratory resources within the assigned area of responsibility
• Good observation skill, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills (e.g. rational progression of investigation)
• Good understanding of the scientific thinking in the design of experimental protocols
• Basic documentation skills (e.g. notebook, reports) with attention to detail and legible handwriting
• Good organizational skills (e.g. daily tasks, documentation, archived information)
• Good interpersonal skills (e.g. working with members of other teams to achieve shared goals)
• Good verbal and written English communication skills (e.g. able to participate in scientific discussions and written interactions)
• Proficient in the use of computers and widely used workplace applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Outlook, graphing software, etc.)
• Ability to be flexible in adapting work plan to current corporate goals
• Basic time management skills (e.g. multi-tasking and task prioritization)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study (e.g. chemistry, pharmacy, biology, engineering, etc.) from an accredited college or university required. 1 year combined academic and pharmaceutical industry experience