summary / objective

The primary function of a QC Chemist II is to perform to a high level in qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical analysis in support of two of the following areas:

Analysis of raw materials and packaging components
Analysis of in-process and finished drug products (including stability) of primarily high-volume products
Analysis of high potency products

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A Chemist II completes testing independently. May perform non-routine method transfer and instrument troubleshooting with supervision if required.
A Chemist II has good oral and written communication skills.
A Chemist II has strong lab-work skills and good understanding of chemical testing equipment and processes
A Chemist II has a good understanding of cGMP, DEA regulations, and Quality Procedures for working in a QC Lab
A Chemist II knows the basic concepts of statistical treatment of experimental data. Proposes conclusion congruent with experimental results
A Chemist II can identify routine technical problems and seeks help to solve them. Knows basic skills for OOS, OOT, and aberrant result investigations
A Chemist II has proficient level of understanding of lab instruments and equipment knowledge and basic trouble shooting skills
Specialized

Tech Support – Testing independently
Method Transfer – with supervision
Qualification with supervision
Instrumentation – troubleshoot and maintenance
Documentation Review – 2PV

Accountability

Budget – A Chemist II orders materials as needed
Self and Group Development – A Chemist II recognizes deficiencies in basic areas for self-improvement.
Documentation – A Chemist II documents activities in procedure/lab notebooks independently
Ethics – Has declarative and procedural knowledge of “Data Integrity and Ethics”

Supervision

A Chemist II works with minimum supervision and works with Teams as directed
No supervision of others

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role operates in a professional laboratory and office environments; business casual/casual attire is required. This role requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic and/ or caustic chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide, Hydrochloric Acid, Acetonitrile, Methanol, and other chemical solutions necessary in analytical chemistry. As a result, the employee may be required to wear a respirator or appropriate PPE for certain tasks within the laboratory to ensure their safety and protection. In the event a respirator is required, this will be provided by the company at no expense to the employee.  In addition, any medical expenses for respirator fit testing will be covered by the employer.

DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Hours of work can vary, depending on which shift the employee is assigned

SKILLSET EXPECTATION

Advanced excel skills preferred but not required
Professional
Reliable and dependable
Organized and detail oriented
Highly accurate and efficient
Exercises confidentiality
Abstract problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Assoc. in Chemistry w/ 3 - 5 years experience
BS Related scientific field w/ 2-3 years experience
BA/BS Chemistry w/1yr experience
Keep up with Current Technology

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE (IF APPLICABLE)

Must be authorized to work in the United States