Sr Chemist

Chemist III

SRG 4 offers flexible staffing solutions with a national presence. We provide contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire and executive search services.

SRG 4 utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the Staffing industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements.

We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent.

• Title : Chemist III
• Location : Los Angeles, CA metro area
• Industry : Pharmaceutical
• Hours : On-site 100%, Flexible hours from 6 : 30am-5pm (8-hour shifts)
• Salary : Up to $80,000 depending on experience
• Employment Type : Direct hire with benefits

Our client is a global leader manufacturing, packaging and distributor of over the counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods.

They adhere to strict FDA and cGMP guidelines and practices to ensure top quality products.

Job Qualifications :

• BS in Chemistry / Biochemistry
• Minimum 5-8 years in FDA regulated environment working in QC laboratory.
• A foundation in analytical technique, with hands-on sample preparation and operation of analytical equipment and software required.
• Strong HPLC experience required with trouble shooting skills.
• Experience with GC, FTIR, UV Spec, ICP and other analytical instrumentation.
• Experience with wet chemistry.
• Experience with data analysis (MS Excel) and proficiency with MS Word required.
• Experience with raw material, stability, in-process, and finished product testing.
• Demonstrate good laboratory practices.
• Participate in research and development projects
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Flexible availability.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform analysis in the functional areas of analytical testing using modern analytical equipment such as HPLC, FTIR, UV, GC, ICP, as well as Wet Chemistry using titration techniques.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on critical lab instruments (HPLC, GC, ICP, etc.)
• Provide analytical testing in support of production, analyzes Raw Material, In-Process, Finished product, Stability samples and investigation samples and analyzes and interprets the test data and document result in a timely manner.
• Thorough understanding and compliance with FDA cGMPs / cGLPs / USP / ICH / SOPs / Test Methods and other recognized standards.
• Support and be the lead in Analytical and Chemical test method development and test method validations as necessary.
• Writing of SOPs, test methods, study protocols, reports and reviews.
• Training of lab analysts on analytical test method procedures and usage of equipment and documentation.
• Share in the responsibilities of housekeeping (i.e. glassware, waste, retains, lab waste disposal, etc.).
• Communicate lab test data, data review, and reporting of OOS / QR / OOT test results to the lab manager.
• Provide ideas / feedback for areas where efficiency can be implemented in the lab through the 5S process improvement program.
• Support all general safety, and pharmaceutical compliance requirements
• Coordinate with calibration services in the upkeep of lab instrumentation
• Initiate and complete analytical test methods associated with raw materials, finished products, and lab instrumentation.
• Mentor other chemists in the QC laboratory
• Lead laboratory investigation efforts and draft final reports for review by management
• Assist with annual management review metrics for QC laboratory functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Employees are required to wear eye protection and lab coats while in the lab
• Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to frequently lift and / or move up to 25 lb.
• Ability to occasionally lift and / or move up to 35 lb.
• Ability to regularly stand, sit and walk to perform tasks.

EOE / ADA

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