What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Scientist 1 position at Planet Pharma?
Target PR Range: 25.75–32.00/hr DOE
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine analytical biochemical and molecular biology assays to support release, characterization and stability testing of raw materials, production intermediates and final goods
- Follow established protocols and SOP’s to test raw material and components for QC acceptability
- Perform daily assignments following written procedures and SOP’s
- Assist with routine maintenance of testing reagent inventory
- Responsible for retention sample filing and general upkeep of retention inventory
- Ability to troubleshoot instrument and assay problems when necessary
- Conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials
- Approves in-process production by confirming specifications; communication required adjustments to supervisor and generating NCR’s and Change Orders when necessary
- Handles incoming inspection in a timely manner which includes but not limited to sample analysis, batch record review, historical trend reviews, and official documentation findings
- Careful documentation of lab procedures following GMP standards
- Ability to follow written procedures
- Flexibility with schedule may be required
- Self-starter, strong work ethic, strong organizational skills, strong communication skills, critical thinking, attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to work independently and in a team environment, are essential
- Requires basic communication skills
- Periodic contacts with other departments or individuals outside of the organization that requires giving or obtaining routine information related work being done
- Flexible: able to respond quickly to shifting priorities and meet deadlines
- Basic molecular biology laboratory skills such as pipetting, PCR, gel electrophoresis, etc. required
- Experience with DNA or RNA sample preparation, sequencing, qPCR, robotics and/or technology is a plus
- Experience and familiarity with instrumentation a plus
- Ability to understand and follow work instructions and perform molecular biology assays with minimal guidance after initial training
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of GMP documentation, required
- Demonstrated attention to details and accuracy, required