Company Description

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

JOB PURPOSE & SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Analytical Chemist is responsible for the implementation of analytical procedures in support of sample testing, method development, method qualification/transfer/validation, GMP/n-GMP production, reference material program, metrology, and stability testing with particular emphasis on LC, GC, KF, NMR, FTIR, XRPD methods for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). The Analytical Chemist is expected to support the functions include sample analysis by a variety of analytical techniques with respect to potent compound.

 PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs sample analysis, interprets results, and reviews data packages.
• Performs testing for qualification and re-qualification of reference materials.
• Assists with method development activities, drafts method qualification/validation protocols for analytical procedures and for instrument qualifications.
• Transfers and qualifies analytical methods with guidance from experienced team member.
• Documents all analyses per SOPs.
• Prepares high quality written documentations (notebooks, CoTs, summary reports, SOPs, and analytical procedures). 
• Troubleshoots analytical instrumentation.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written form on research results and plans.
• Volunteers to assist with task not directly related to a specific project. 
• Demonstrates initiative in handling responsibilities.
• Contributes to the technical growth of the department and company.
• Participates in self-development activities.
• To carry out any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed..

QUALITY/REGULATORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates technical proficiency and self-assuredness in applying cGMP standards.
• Applies cGMP concepts in association with department specific responsibilities.
• Ensures all documentation produced is in compliance with cGMP standards.
• Responsible for contributing to audit readiness and for participating in quality audits with FDA, other Regulatory Agencies, and customers, as needed.
• Ensures work is in compliance with all state and federal regulations, including but not limited to GMP, DEA, FDA, etc.

ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows and abides by all EH&S policies, practices, and procedures in association with department specific responsibilities.
• Demonstrates technical and procedural proficiency and self-assuredness in applying EH&S standards.
• Responsible for contributing to audit readiness and for participating in EH&S audits with internal Company groups, regulatory agencies, and customers.
• Responsible for reporting all near misses, accidents, and dangerous occurrences through the appropriate Company procedures to ensure an investigation is initiated.
• Cooperate with all root cause investigations and follow corrective actions and compliance with Company policies and procedures, and all state and federal regulations occurs within department.
• Support the Company’s commitment for environmental health & safety by applying ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and Sustainability 2025 principals into daily activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities include: near, distance, peripheral, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Regularly works with moving mechanical parts and may work with toxic or caustic chemicals. 
• The work may be performed in humid areas with low or high temperatures. 
• This work may need to work with respirator or operate with bunny suits. 

• Will be expected to work long shifts, and there is potential for night and weekend coverage.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• BS in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent with 0-3 years related experience in analytical development (R&D and method qualification/validation) environment within pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with common analytical techniques such as: HPLC, GC, NMR, UV, KF, FTIR.
• Ability to write clear and concise technical reports.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office and statistical software.
• Demonstrates ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions quickly.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

VALUED

• Knowledge of MS Project. Experience in establishing integrated plans with resource and task constraints.

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice.