Chemist I

Integrated Resources, Inc

Melrose Park, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemistry, Chromatographic Systems, Chromatography, Communication Skills, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Documentum Enterprise Content Management (ECM) System, FDA Requirements, Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Identify Issues, Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), Instrumentation, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, People Management, Physical Science, Quality Assurance Methodology, Record Keeping, Staff Training, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Technical Support, Technical Writing, Testing, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Melrose Park, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Title: Chemist I / Scientist I
Location: Melrose Park, IL
Duration: 6 Months+ Possible Extension


Manager Notes:
  • Industry-specific experience- Pharma, Med device
  • Required Skills (top 3 non-negotiables): HPLC Experience, Wet Chemistry, Technical Writing
  • Preferred Skills (nice to have): KF Water, Gas Chromatography, Empower Software
  • Education Requirements: BS Degree in Science (Biology, Chemistry)

Position Summary
  • Responsible for an intermediate level of expertise in analytical chemistry, chf0matogfaphic methods of analysis and instrumentation, including troubleshooting.
  • Independently executes protocols, verifications, method transfers in support of senior level personnel. Directs and provides guidance to associate scientists.
Principal Activities Performed By The Incumbent:
  • Be able to articulate work related issues clearly and effectively to management and peers.
  • Performs accurate routine testing utilizing instrumental methods of analysis (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, ICP-MS) with emphasis on chromatography to meet departmental objectives.
  • Updates and routes SOPs, MOAs, Specifications through Documentum as delegated by supervisor for USP compliance.
  • Provides technical support for method validation, verification, transfers, evaluations.
  • Performs troubleshooting of instrumentation by applying problem solving skills and sourcing out literature or vendors, if necessary.
  • Provides guidance to Associate Scientist personnel when necessary.
  • Assists in the formal Producting of lab personnel on topics such as GMP, safety, antineoplastic, and new employee training.
  • Maintains accurate records of all work performed with respect to a given project. Documents testing, Compliance with Good Documentation Practices.
  • Manages with and time based on departmental priorities using own judgement and objective reasoning.
  • Preforms peer review of data to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Requirements:
  • Possess a B.S. degree in Chemistry or 8iology, or equivalent physical science.
  • Typically, 1-4 tears of related experience in pharmaceutical industry and a familiarity with cGMP and FDA regulations.
  • Must have hands-on experience and knowledge of chromatographic methods and related chromatography data systems (i.e. Empower)
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
  • Some method development experience and extensive troubleshooting knowledge are highly desirable.
  • Must be flexible with continually changing project and priorities

About the Company

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Integrated Resources, Inc