Analytical Chemist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

• Quality Control Chemist supports a GMP-regulated Quality Control laboratory environment focused on pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products.

• This role involves performing routine analytical testing, documenting results in electronic systems, and supporting the release and stability testing of highly regulated products.

• The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team environment while maintaining compliance with cGMP requirements and established laboratory procedures.

• Perform laboratory testing of:

  • Raw materials

  • Drug substances

  • Drug products

  • In-process samples

  • Stability samples

• Conduct routine wet chemistry and analytical testing using laboratory instrumentation, including:

  • HPLC

  • GC

  • UV-Visible Spectroscopy

  • CGE

  • ICE

  • Polarimeter

  • Osmometer

  • pH Meter

  • Conductivity Meter

  • TOC Analyzer

• Accurately document and review analytical results using electronic laboratory systems (LIMS).

• Follow all cGMP requirements, laboratory procedures, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.

• Participate in peer review of data and laboratory documentation.

• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure testing is performed according to approved methods.

• Support internal and external audits by maintaining thorough and compliant documentation.

• Complete required training in laboratory operations, safety procedures, and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Related scientific discipline

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a GMP/cGMP Quality Control laboratory environment.

• Experience within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry is required.

• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, and UV.

• Strong understanding of GMP documentation practices and regulatory compliance.

• Experience working with electronic laboratory systems and data management tools.

• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain a high level of accuracy.

• 5-7 years of pharmaceutical QC laboratory experience.

• Experience using Empower chromatography software.

• Previous involvement in audit-ready environments.

• Experience reviewing laboratory documentation and SOPs.

• This position supports testing activities involving high-potency oncology products.

• Demonstrate strong technical skills, GMP knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.

• Candidates must be comfortable working in a controlled laboratory environment that requires:

  • Strict adherence to safety procedures.

  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

  • Use of respiratory protection when required.

  • Compliance with OSHA and site-specific safety requirements.

  • All necessary training and safety equipment will be provided.

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

\nCompany Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities

Company Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities