Chemist III

Why Us? At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With 4,000+ team members worldwide, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day. Job Description Summary The Chemist III, under minimal supervision, performs QC laboratory chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process materials, stability & finished products, and testing to support process validation. Has demonstrated competence in conducting all types of physical & chemical analyses (including complex analyses) using all equipment. Detects, conducts, and reports on OOS/OOT/NOE and other investigations. Learns and stays current with regulatory guidances and compendia relevant to laboratories and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Participates in troubleshooting analyses and instrumentation. Trains less senior staff. Key Accountabilities Analysis & Testing = 65% Conducts laboratory analyses according to approved test methods: finished product testing, stability testing, raw material testing, cleaning verification testing and manufacturing in-process testing. Typical activities may include buffer/solution preparation, standard preparation and operating analytical instruments: HPLC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, GC and dissolution tester, melting point apparatus, viscometer, Karl Fischer titrator, pH meter, analytical balance, etc. Uses laboratory software for analyses Reviews and approves laboratory test data and documentation for completeness and compliance Is alert to and detects abnormalities during performances of tests and reviews. Elevates abnormalities to Supervisor Performs lab methods transfer and participate in method validation/verification studies Lab Equipment = 20% Provides general laboratory support such as routine instrument cleaning/preventative maintenance/calibration, sample receiving, chemical inventory, document filing and housekeeping Cleans lab working surfaces and dispose of any excess chemicals, solutions, solvents, etc. in the special waste containers for each class of waste chemicals Troubleshoots instrument/chromatography problems and identifies improvements/CAPAs Investigations = 10% Detects, conducts and reports on OOS/OOT/NOE and other investigations Elevates questionable sample results, OOS, and aberrant results immediately to Supervisor and recommends a course of action Writes, edits and reviews SOPs and laboratory investigations Training = 5% Maintains assigned training records current and in-compliance Actively assumes/demonstrates responsibility in training others in good documentation practice, practical lab skills, and chemical theories, methodologies and procedures Compliance = continuous Performs assigned work in a timely and safe manner conforming to regulatory, company and compendia requirements within pharmaceutical manufacturing setting Document accurately data generated in notebooks/worksheets/LIMS in compliance with SOPs Follows internal processes related to controlled substances Safety = continuous Follows EH&S procedures to ensure a safe work environment Follows all applicable safety and standards guidelines, such as SOPs, cGMP, DEA regulations good documentation practice and/or MSDS Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related field with 4+ years’ relevant analytical laboratory experience OR Master’s Degree in above disciplines with 2+ years’ relevant analytical lab experience Knowledge Has strong knowledge of laboratory software and has expanded knowledge of chromatographic software (e.g. Waters Empower, Agilent ChemStation and Sotax WinSotax), using custom fields, custom calculations and custom reports Full proficiency with various laboratory techniques/instruments: HPLC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, GC and dissolution tester, melting point apparatus, viscometer, Karl Fischer titrator, pH meter, analytical balance, etc. Thorough knowledge of applicable safety and standards guidelines, such as SOP, cGMP, GLP, DEA regulations and/or MSDS Has demonstrated competence in conducting chemical analyses Strong knowledge of wet chemistry techniques Competency in Microsoft Office Suite Skills & Abilities Ability to critically review, analyze data, interpret information, and draw conclusions from relevant or missing information Ability to display and analyze data in a logical manner Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as good computer skills Strong attention to details and accurate record keeping Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others Solid organizational skills Ability to coach less senior staff and develop laboratory skills and ability Ability to take initiative, set priorities and follow through on assignments Physical Requirements Extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, reaching, climbing/balancing, kneeling/crouching/crawling, looking at monitor for extended periods, moderate noise levels and potential business travel. Work is in an FDA and DEA-regulated pharma lab environment with risk of exposure to various chemicals Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15-25 lbs. Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respirators, gloves, etc. Specific vision abilities are required by this job include close vision and color vision Ability to occasionally tolerate significant differences in temperature and/or humidity for short periods EEO Statement We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. 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