What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist II (Material Scientist / Particle Scientist) position at Planet Pharma?
Target PR Range: 24-34/hr
- Depending on experience
- Plan and execute assigned particle characterization tasks as well as other applicable physical analytical chemistry tasks utilizing standard procedure and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks
- Independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Document the experimentation per the regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills and should possess understanding of core discipline.
- Collaborate with various functions (i.e. formulation, analytical, process engineering) to integrate particulate analysis for finished dosage forms and complete projects under aggressive timeline
- Ensures safety requirements are met when performing tasks.
- Ensures timely delivery of high-quality precise data.
- Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and instrument related systems.
- Presents findings of defined experiments to larger audiences.
- BS/BA in Chemistry, Material Science, Pharmaceutical sciences or related field with minimum 5 yrs lab experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred) or master’s degree with minimum 2 yrs lab experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred).
- Experienced in particulate matter characterization and investigation within pharmaceutical, biotechnological, or relevant scientific environments
- Experience utilizing analytical instruments relevant to visible and sub-visible particle characterization such as visual inspection, Laser Obscuration (LO), Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Flow imaging, Laser Diffraction (LD), optical microscope, spectroscopy (FTIR/Raman), and Scanning Electron Microscope /Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (SEM/EDX)
- Background working with lyophilized and/or spray dried pharmaceutical products, particularly with peptide, lipid and/or mRNA preferred
- Familiarity with regulatory requirement regarding particulate matter in pharmaceuticals preferred
- Experience utilizing additional materials science techniques such as Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Dynamic Vapor Sorption (DVS), and PXRD would be a plus
- Strong documentation, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. Able to present experimental findings to larger groups