Job Details

Chemist I (Chromatography Lab)

The Chemist I (Chromatography Lab) position is responsible for performing analysis using chromatography methods and instruments.

The duties include:

• Perform assigned laboratory tasks including setting up and calibrating instruments, preparing samples, acquiring chromatographic data, processing data, and reporting results in a prescribed format.
• Create and maintain detailed lab record documentation (notebooks and computer based) according to GMPs.
• Maintain assigned laboratory instrumentation which may include routine maintenance, calibration and verification, and troubleshooting.
• Develop or optimize chromatographic methods as required.
• Document laboratory methods in written work instructions and SOPs.
• Execute analytical method validation protocols.
• Peer Review expectations include demonstrating attention to detail, approving lab notebook pages, checking data entry, sequence checks, and data approvals.
• Perform assigned quality assurance responsibilities including but not limited to initiating and processing workflows for training, change control, planned deviations and investigations, revising and authoring work instructions, providing technical support for investigations and approvals, and participating in internal and external quality audits.
• Train and mentor other scientists based on experience.
• Maintain assigned laboratory spaces in a neat and organized condition.
• Maintain inventories of parts and supplies needed for assigned work.
• Adhere to applicable corporate policies and procedures, quality procedures, and work instructions.

Education and experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
• 2 years' experience in a related field

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Chemistry or related field
• Experience operating chromatography instrumentation
• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 and/or cGMP environment

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Language Skills: English
• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate required
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level required
• Computer Skills: MS Office, Chromatographic Software
• Basic chemical laboratory techniques

Equipment:

• HPLC
• GPC-MALS
• GC-MS
• GC-FID

Our benefits include:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs
• Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target
• Happiness: Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)

Physical demands of the job:

• Physical/Sensory Demands Frequency Requirements:
• Stand - Frequently
• Move or traverse Occasionally
• Sit - Frequently
• Use hands - Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms - Frequently
• Climb or balance None/Infrequent
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - Occasionally
• Talk/hear - Frequently
• Taste/Smell - Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull - Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull 40 pounds (if "Lift/carry/push or pull" function is required)

Work conditions:

• Environmental Conditions Requirements:
• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Occasionally
• Fumes or airborne particles - Occasionally
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally
• Risk of electrical shock - Low
• Work with explosives - Occasionally
• Risk of radiation Frequent low risk of low levels
• Bio-hazard - Occasionally

Noise level:

• Quiet (examples: library, private office)
• Occasional operation of shop equipment and compressed gasses (hearing protection provided)