Quality Control Chemist I

Position: Quality Control Chemist I Location: La Jolla , CA Duration: 12 + Months Contract Total Hours/week: 40.00 Work hours: 8 to 5 Monday through Friday, Onsite 3 Must haves on the resume: • B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • Works well in a team-based environment and independently Work hours: 8 to 5 Monday through Friday, Onsite Temp to possible perm based on performance and budget JOB SUMMARY: The Quality Control Chemist I conducts various analytical testing of raw materials, semi-finished intermediates, finished products, and new compounds/products in various stages of design and development to characterize and determine quality. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Characterize polymer size by GPC/SEC chromatography using established standard processes • Perform small scale dye labeling reactions according to established standard processes. • Characterization of polymers by HPLC/FPLC using established standard processes • Optical characterization of the polymer dyes including measurement of absorbance and fluorescence emission spectra. • May provide analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of development process. • Participate in validation and measurement system analysis of various testing methods • Maintain equipment logs, calibration logs, and solvent/mobile phase preparation records. • Test products for long-term stability under various conditions. • Provide timely and high-quality data reports that document test results. • Interface, maintain, and populate data and results in specified database(s). • Promote a safe work environment. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified. Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices. • Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • Successful candidate will possess a B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science, minimum of 1 year relevant industry experience preferred. ASSETS: • Experience with analytical technique and instrumentation • Basic knowledge of HPLC/FPLC/GPC systems • Basic knowledge of Spectroscopy/Fluorimeter • Basic knowledge of Karl Fischer Titration • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • General knowledge of chemistry • Familiarity with guidelines such as good manufacturing processes and ISO standards • Works well in a team based environment and independently • Multi-task to cover a variety of job functions • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment