Chemist

Job Title - Chemist
Location: US-IL-Lake County (R14, 1401 Sheridan Road) (S0015) North Chicago, IL; 60064
Duration: 06 months


Work shift (days/times) - 2nd shift working Wednesday-Saturday from 2pm-12:30am.



Top 3-5 skills needed -
1. attention to detail
2. direct lab experience
3. GMP experience
4. problem solving skills


Number of Interviews (recommend minimizing) - 1
Reason for request - Increase in workload



Purpose
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
* Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable
* 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