North Chicago, Illinois, USA
5 days ago
Chemist I

Job Description

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 trouble-shoot 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 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

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

· Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.

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


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