Chemistry Quality Control Analyst

This range is provided by Planet Pharma. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $25.00/hr - $30.00/hr Senior National Recruiter at Planet Pharma Quality Control Analyst - Chemistry needed! Position Summary: Perform the analysis on intermediates and finished products, following prescribed procedures to provide the information base leading to intermediates/product disposition. Assist in troubleshooting and problem solving as directed. Position Duties and Responsibilities: Perform standard qualitative and quantitative analysis on in-process products, pure drug substances, and finished pharmaceutical preparations employing accepted gravimetric and spectrophotometer procedures, in accordance with approved testing procedures of BAYER, the National Formulary (NF), and the United States Pharmacopoeia (USP). Utilize standard "bench" chemistry techniques as well as sophisticated electronic instrumentation, including HPLC, spectrophotometer, viscometer, etc. Maintain records of all analysis information of assigned products on data sheets for permanent file and proper entry of information on laboratory forms. Evaluate all data obtained from analysis; if discrepancy or deviation occurs, consult with Supervisor and recommend additional testing if necessary. Perform routine analytical testing of in-process, finished Bulk products, and Stability products to determine that the materials meet compendia and/or company standards. Adhere to the pertinent aspects of Corporate and plant safety programs and adhere to GMPs, ISO standards, or other regulations. Assist in investigating non-compliance investigations. Assist with troubleshooting analytical methodology and instrumentation malfunctions. Perform special assignments as directed by supervisor. Requirements: Education Minimum Requirement: Bachelor's Degree At least 1 year of lab experience needed (outside of bachelor's degree), preferably in the pharmaceutical industry. A working knowledge of statistics, data processing, and good manufacturing practices is needed. Knowledge, practical application, and understanding of analytical chemistry is required to perform the functions of this position. Demonstrated capability for communicating ideas, concepts, and work results effectively to colleagues and supervision. Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated as well as to work collaboratively in a team-based environment is required. Must demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn. Good working knowledge of advanced laboratory instrumentation and personal computer skills are required. Competencies required: analytical problem solving, alertness, work within established policies and procedures, commitment to task, decisiveness, effective written and interpretive communication skills, and organization and planning skills. Experience in wet analytical methods and instrumentation techniques preferred; HPLC, UV, GC, IR, and AA preferred. Preference: A thorough understanding of National Formulary (NF); United States Pharmacopoeia (USP); and European Pharmacopoeia (EP) testing procedures, as well as US Pharmaceutical Industry. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Manufacturing, Science, and Analyst Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr