R&D Chemist

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares and analyzes products to determine chemical and physical properties.
• Will perform work under partial supervision and will provide over site to projects and assist other Chemists as needed.
• Works under partial supervision with chemists and other client personnel regarding research, procedures performed, related results and prepares reports.
• Is a subject matter expert in some techniques and will mentor others. Work to learn and improve on others techniques and tasks.
• Performs data generation, analysis and more complicated problem solving with a minimal rework.
• Reviews and assesses deviations; includes performing risk assessments, participating in root cause analysis investigations, tracking, follow-up and reporting.
• Works under partial supervision to ensure all work performed is performed in compliance with standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and the regulations of the Food and Drug Administration.
• Ensures all work performed strictly adheres to Company, client and Pharmacopeial methodologies.
• Performs system maintenance and calibrations to ensure equipment is operating with specified requirements.
• Proper handling of hazardous waste in compliance with the Company and DES hazardous waste rules.
• Documents work in a clear and organized manner.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations and conducts periodic safety audits.
• Follows all cGMP rules and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in cGMPs and related compliance regulations and guidances required.
• HPLC experience is a must