Chemist III; Analytical

Chemist III (Analytical)

$45 - $48/hr, medical benefits available at a cost. 1 year initial contract with possibility of extension. Standard first shift M-F 8 am to 5 pm. Onsite in Irvine, CA.

Orion Group has teamed up with a market leading pharmaceutical company for an exciting contract opportunity in Irvine, CA! We are seeking candidates familiar with analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC with various detectors (CAD, RI, UV/PDA, etc.), GC-FID, particle size distribution, physical appearance assessments, pH meter, turbidimeter, osmometer, viscosity measurements, rheometry for ophthalmic drug products and/or drug substances.

• Independently plans and conduct analytical chemistry analyses in a timely and efficient manner.
• Prompt and accurate documentation of experiments, results, and conclusions to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Additional responsibilities include proper maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation to ensure laboratory operational capability and procuring necessary chemical reagents, reference standards, and other components from appropriate sources.
• Collaborate with the team to design, plan, and perform independently variety of project-oriented analytical assignments (method feasibility, qualification, development stability, Ad-Hoc studies) in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation of experiments and results/analytical findings in electronic lab notebook and independently complies, evaluates, and/or statistically analyzes technical data.
• The candidate independently complies, evaluates, and/or statistically analyzes technical data.
• The candidate must conduct their work activities in compliance with all company internal requirements and with applicable regulatory requirements.

• S. in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline with minimum 2 years of experience, or B.S. in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline with minimum 3-5 years of experience in analysis of pharmaceutical products or pharmaceutical method development and validation.
• Analytical techniques such as GC/HPLC/UPLC with various detectors such as CAD, RI, UV/PDA, GC-FID, particle size distribution, physical appearance, pH meter, turbidimeter, osmometer, viscosity, and rheometry.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the analysis of data and writing of technical protocols, reports, and submission of ready documents.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Must be proficient using Word, Excel, and statistical programs for analytical data evaluation.
• Ability to review and understand new and innovative analytical methods and provide critical feedback. In addition, the following career elements are required.
• Candidates that are energetic, proactive, collaborative and have cross-functional communication skills, and are willing to work with various team members/groups, learn new techniques.

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion.

In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.