Job Opening: Analytical Chemist- Speed Laboratory, Inc.

Job Title:                    Analytical Chemist

Department:                 Analytical Laboratory

Reports to:                   Sr. Chemist and QA

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Job Purpose:

The Analytical Chemist will utilize analytical and chromatographic techniques in the delivery of services and scientifically sound solutions to meet client’s needs.  In this role, the Analytical Chemist will be responsible for recording results and observations in laboratory notebooks and must adhere to applicable standards (ISO, GMP, ICH, etc.).

Major Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

·         Responsible for analytical testing on a wide variety of sample types using a variety of chromatographic and analytical techniques in a GMP/FDA regulated laboratory.

·         Provide analytical support, including product and intermediate characterization, method development and validation, and routine testing using HPLC, GC-MS, UV-Vis, and other analytical instrumentation.

·         Develop, optimize, and validate experiments in compliance with applicable SOPs and regulations

·         Actively review analytical data to ensure consistent, timely delivery of high quality and accurate information.

·         Work with laboratory colleagues and project leaders to schedule work and testing to maximize efficiency; report any late projects to supervisor for notification to client services.

·         Analyzes diverse analytical data and interprets the results.

·         Maintain laboratory notebooks, logbooks, forms and other records and documentation as required.

·         Provide certificates of analysis, analytical results reports and/or summaries for internal and external clients.

·         Identifies and implements opportunities for continual improvement in the delivery of services.

·         Addresses unanticipated issues and problems in an expedient, efficient and cost effective manner.

·         Coordinate the maintenance, upkeep, calibration and qualification of analytical instrumentation. Interact with instrument manufacturer's technical service when appropriate.

·         Perform all responsibilities in accordance with company guidelines, SOPs and protocols and appropriate industry, quality and regulatory standards, guidelines, rules and regulations.

·         Follow all safety/regulatory/company procedures and guidelines in the conduct of work.

·         Complete and maintain all training required and related to the duties of this position

·         Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

·         BS or MS degree in chemistry or related field plus at least 5 years industry experience.

·         Hands-on, technical experience of 4 or more years using HPLC, GC-MS, UV-Vis, and other analytical instrumentation in a research of analytical laboratory.

·         Excellent interpersonal, verbal, managerial, and written communication skills.

·         Expert knowledge of all aspects of development and testing of products.

·         The ability to self motivate to a high level of productivity.

·         Attention to detail, excellent analytical skills and laboratory technique.

·         Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills to achieve high quality lab work and meet deadlines.

·         Good problem solving skills and clear understanding of method development and validation processes.

·         Proficiency in maintaining laboratory notes, reports and operating procedures.

·         Knowledge of FDA and ICH guidances is a plus.

·         Good communications skills (written and oral) and solid critical thinking skills.

·         Current Good Manufacturing Practice experience preferred.

·         Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

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Please email to submit resume and references by March 6, 2013.

Speed Laboratory, Inc

wreid@speedlaboratory.net