Job Description
| Description: | Title | Quality Control (QC) / Production Associate I (Chemist) Compensation range | $24 - $28/hr
o Perform FDG and NaF synthesis according to SOFIE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): o Ensure all materials/reagents are accepted according to SOPs and within expiry o Ensure all equipment is appropriately qualified prior to use o Operate the synthesis unit according to SOPs o Learn the basic operational principles of the synthesis unit and assist in routine maintenance of the synthesis unit o Perform FDG and NaF quality control (QC) processes according to SOPs: o Assist with basic maintenance of QC equipment o Ensure all equipment is appropriately calibrated and qualified prior to use o Operate the QC equipment according to SOPs o Ensure completion of applicable cGMP documentation. o Assist with inventory management: o Maintain production/QC/cleaning supply levels as appropriate o Assist with inventory reporting o Perform material acceptance according to SOPs o Communicate with local and Network support resources to troubleshoot equipment, production, or QC issues. o Perform basic computer-controlled cyclotron operations for FDG and NaF production under the advisement of site Cyclotron and Facility Engineer. o Maintain a clean and safe working environment. o Perform radiation safety duties according to SOFIE’s Corporate Radiation Compliance Program and site licensing requirements. o Maintain all qualification and validation requirements for entering ISO classified area. o Clean classified and non-classified areas according to SOPs. o Perform environmental monitoring of classified areas according to SOPs. o Report manufacturing metrics into data repository as required. o Responsible for opening change controls and initiating, maintaining, and reviewing SOFIE network and site-specific procedures relative to their job functions. o Complete cGMP documents as required and assist site and corporate Quality Assurance including, but not limited to: o Investigations o Corrective and Preventative Actions o Deviations o Out of Specifications o No or Atypical Yields o Manufacturing and QC Records o Logbooks o Attend internal meetings as required. o Other assigned duties as required.
o High school diploma required; associate’s degree in chemistry, engineering, or natural sciences preferred. o Technical experience with computer-controlled automation preferred. o Efficient in the use of MS Office Suite required. o Ability to work various shifts and weekends required. o Ability to be detail-oriented, accountable, patient, organized, and work in a team environment required. o Ability to communicate professionally with colleagues and customers, have excellent attention to detail, and bedependable and responsible in a fast-paced, highly technical environment required. o Ability to lift ~50 lbs. required. o Up to 5% travel is required. |
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Somerset, NJ |
| Industry | Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals |
| Salary | $24–$28 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 2017 |
| Website | https://sofie.com/ |
About Company
SOFIE is motivated by Innovation. Passion. Collective genius. Hard work. We believe in nurturing great ideas and great people. From our Board to our Team, we’re dedicated to bringing a new vision of theranostics and innovative technologies to healthcare.
With our acquisition of Zevacor Pharma, Inc in 2017, we have become SOFIE, a combined company of radiopharmacies, contract manufacturing services, radiosynthesizers, and pre-clinical imaging systems. We are especially excited about the possibilities before us in 2018, as we’ll be offering new products and an expanded network to support our belief in life-changing Theranostics, and continue to lead the way in quality, service, and innovation. Together, we’re on a mission to improve patient lives, from start to clinic. If you want to join us in our mission, visit our careers page and help us change the world
We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and advancement opportunity. SOFIE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.