Title: Chemist - I
Location: Elkton, VA
Duration: 06 Months

• Performs analytical testing in the Quality Control laboratory on a variety of samples including drug substances, drug products, and/or incoming materials.
• Prevalent techniques include HPLC, UPLC, GC, ICP, sub-visible particles, IR, UV/VIS, titrations, and others.
• Ensures test data is accurate and all work is Right-First Time.
• Works closely with laboratory team members to ensure the highest levels of GMP compliance and inspection readiness.
• Routinely participates in laboratory related activities such as second person review validation, qualification, report writing, deviation investigations, training, and others.
• Must be able to work independently in an open team environment and have strong problem solving and communication skills.
• This position will be responsible for assisting with laboratory GMP activities by performing instrument calibrations, instrument troubleshooting, laboratory atypical result investigations, inspection preparations (external agency, internal GMP, housekeeping}, manufacturing guideline compliance support, and sample flow management.
• Capable of interacting with and understanding various data acquisition/management software and Laboratory Information Management Systems.

Quals--

• BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or other relevant disciplines.
• 0-2 years experience.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Applicant must be able to work independently in an open and diverse team environment.
• Time management and strong communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and laboratory-related software application skills.
• Physical: ability to lift up to 20lbs

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• New graduates are welcome to apply.
• Quality Control, Quality Assurance and/or cGMP experience. .
• Experience with Micro-pipetting techniques.
• Experience with HPLCs, UPLCs or GCs

Note:

• Off-shift work: 12hrs shift. 6am-6pm EST.
• Flexible to work during weekends
• Rotating shift schedule: example: First week-44 hrs (Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday), 2nd week-36 hrs (Monday, Thursday,Friday) and so on.
• IMPORTANT: ** Expected to work in an environment with potential beta-lactam antibiotic exposure ** so do not submit anyone who is allergic. Beta lactam screenings will be required post-offer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.67 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Laboratory experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person