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Scientist I

Scientist I

Spectraforce TechnologiesSt. Paul, MN, United States
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Position Title : Scientist I

Work Location : St. Paul, MN 55117

Assignment Duration : 12 months

Position Summary : The scientist performs chemical and physical testing of various solutions and materials to support routine manufacturing and engineering projects under the guidance of senior staff members.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Perform wet chemistry testing to support incoming chemicals / materials per USP methodologies
  • Support for routine manufacturing and internal product development using analytical instrumentation such as GC, HPLC, FT-IR, ICP, DSC, TGA in high-throughput environment.
  • Perform daily and monthly lab maintenance tasks and verifications.
  • Follow written test method procedures to execute routine laboratory tests in GMP environment.
  • Document, analyze, and report test results using LabVantage LIMS software system.
  • Ensure laboratory cleanliness is maintained and chemical inventory is well stocked.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisor and other team members.
  • Expand working knowledge of analytical techniques / instrumentation and troubleshooting skills.
  • Support senior scientists with method development and validation of test methods as needed.
  • Follow our organization's Quality Policy by adhering to documented Standard Operating Procedures and work Instructions.
  • Willingness to cross train on other analytical techniques

Qualification & Experience :

  • Possess strong attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills.
  • Possess ability to apply chemistry education / experience in fast-moving laboratory.
  • Possess the ability to perform standard mathematical / statistical computations in Excel.
  • Will receive work direction and prioritization from supervisor and / or other S&T Scientists.
  • Willing to spend time in the lab doing repetitive work.
  • Ability to work in fast-moving environment where priorities frequently change.
  • Ability to perform multiple assignments concurrently and meet required deadlines.
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry or closely related with 0-2 years demonstrated experience
  • Experience with routine laboratory / wet chemistry work
  • Ability to operate analytical instrumentation through educational background or relevant industry experience.
  • Experience documenting laboratory work in electronic / paper notebook system according to GMP guidelines.
  • Working knowledge with MS Office, with emphasis in MS Excel
  • Experience performing data analysis / statistics and writing technical reports
  • Preferred : Experience with Waters HPLC or UPLC and Empower software.
  • Preferred : Experience with proper documentation skills in either electronic or lab notebooks.
  • Background & Context :

  • Working in lab environment with proper safety equipment.
  • Working with common laboratory chemicals and biological tissue.
  • Working while sitting and / or standing.
  • Notes : Physical Demands : Sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, etc.

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • Ability to work in fast-moving environment where priorities frequently change.
  • Ability to perform multiple assignments concurrently and meet required deadlines.
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry or closely related with 0-2 years demonstrated experience
  • Experience with routine laboratory / wet chemistry work
  • Ability to operate analytical instrumentation through educational background or relevant industry experience.
  • Experience documenting laboratory work in electronic / paper notebook system according to GMP guidelines.
  • Working knowledge with MS Office, with emphasis in MS Excel
  • Experience performing data analysis / statistics and writing technical reports
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