Chemist II

Onsite - Lake County

1 year, possibility of extension

BS in Chemistry 2-5 yrs. lab experience or Masters Degree. Solid use of instruments including HPLC, GC, MS, UV/VIS, APC. Solid documentation skills, familiarity of GMP, GLP. Able to present findings to larger groups.

Requirements:

• BS/BA in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology or related field with 2-5 yrs lab experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred) or Masters Degree.
• Solid use of analytical instruments including HPLC and chromatography data systems (i.e., Empower).
• Solid documentation skills, familiarity of GMP, GLP, GSP.
• Able to present findings to larger groups.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute assigned laboratory tasks utilizing standard procedures and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks.
• Develop protocols for more complex tests or experiments performed with less defined assays and parameters.
• Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, LIMS/SLIMS, and instrument related systems.
• Presents conclusions of defined experiments.
• Ensures safety and GxP requirements are met when performing tasks.
• Ensures timely and GxP compliant delivery of high quality precise data

NOTES FROM MANAGER:

What hours and days will this person be working? M-F 8-5

What are the top 5 skills/requirements this person is required have?

• Required Skill 1: Experience with chromatographic techniques (HPLC highly preferred)
• Required Skill 2: Familiarity with GMP/GLP/GSP documentation
• Required Skill 3: Works well as part of a team
• Required Skill 4: Strong communication skills
• Required Skill 5: Ability to summarize and concisely communicate results

What years of experience, education, and/or certification is required? Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Equivalent)

What is a nice to have (but not required) regarding skills, requirements, experience, education, or certification? Advanced analytical techniques (particle characterization, LC-MS, advance polymer chromatography)

What is the environment that this person will be working in (i.e. group setting vs individual role)? Candidate will be working as part of a group

Is any testing required for this role? No

Does this position offer the ability to work remotely on a regular basis or is it an on-site role? If remote opportunity exists, what are the options (i.e. 1 day remote, 4 days on-site)? On-site role only

Other notable details about the environment from the hiring manager about this role? Role is in a fast paced GMP environment in support of multiple programs

What positions/background experience do you feel are successful in this role? Scientist with pharmaceutical company or testing lab supporting small molecule drug candidates.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• HPLC: 2 years (Preferred)
• GMP/GLP/GSP documentation: 3 years (Preferred)
• CGMP: 1 year (Preferred)
• pharma company or testing lab supporting small molecule drug: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• North Chicago, IL 60064 (Required)

Work Location: In person