Chemist II/III

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Chemist II/III Location: Mission Viejo, CA Duration: 6 months (Contract-to-Hire) Rate: $35-40/hr. (commensurate w/ experience and title) Schedule: 8am-4:30p, | Mon-Fri Job Duties Verifies the accuracy and completeness of testing and paperwork related to raw materials, in-process and finished products. Supports the R&D Associate Director in the development of procedures and documents as necessary. Supports the R&D Associate Director in the analytical development of raw materials and new or existing products. Maintains Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) documentation of laboratory activities. Prioritizes the sampling, testing and paperwork related to raw materials and in-process products. Ensures that all contract lab testing is performed and requested in a timely manner. Coordinates and orders laboratory supplies, solvents and reagents. Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills with colleagues and vendors and/or third parties. Experience Required Minimum B.A. in Chemistry or other related scientific discipline and 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in working in a cGMP regulated analytical laboratory. Working knowledge of method development and validation principles as related to high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and other laboratory methodology/techniques. Microbiological testing experience is a plus. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures. Special Skill and/or Education Working Knowledge of HPLC (Shimadzu) instrumentation, principles, software, troubleshooting and handling of analytical data. Knowledge of and ability to interpret, perform and troubleshoot a variety of compendial (USP/EP/JP) testing procedures. Ability to neatly and accurately record and report analytical data. Ability to perform job responsibilities under minimal supervision. Working knowledge of and experience using general laboratory equipment such as pH meters, pipettes, and volumetric glassware. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Why Kelly® Science & Clinical? Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly Services