Analytical Chemist

Overview

Job title:
Senior Lab Technician/Chemist - R&D Product Chemistry Group

Duration: 11 months

Required:

• At least three years of experience in current technical role with understanding of the scientific method.
• Good knowledge of product development process.
• Need to be curious with direction toward building the strength of the R&D pipeline.

Description:

In this role you will serve as a Lab Technician in the R&D Product Chemistry Group. This is a Global R&D support group where we use a variety of characterization techniques to understand the link between our product chemistry and product performance. In this role the candidate will be expected to support laboratory work including multi-step sample preparation, instrument operation and instrument maintenance activities.

The candidate will work under the direction of a senior scientist in the R&D Products Chemistry Group.

• Laboratory Method Support for Projects:
• Sample preparation for trace analysis of impurities in raw material and finished product by methods including, but not limited to high performance liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry
• Prepare data packages for interpretation by Sr. Scientist
• Use the Scientific Method to increase level of performance in focused characterization area
• Work closely with others by openly sharing ideas and experiences
• Maintain a clean working space and become increasingly sophisticated in bench-top laboratory technique(s)
• Read/Study literature on in areas of focus to advance through the learning curve (i.e. practitioner to subject matter expert)

• Maintain Laboratory Tools:
• Support the routine maintenance of advanced characterization equipment such that operational compliance records guide the utility of the equipment

• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all testing activities in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems
• Generate fit for purpose reports summarizing test results and conclusions under the umbrella of ‘trusted science approach’

• Quality Control/ and Compliance
• Ensure adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Always adhere to environmental health and safety (EHS) site rules and become active in one EHS sponsored committee (e.g. Industrial Hygiene)

• Associates degree in Chemistry, Physics, Math, Microbiology or Engineering. Related fields will be considered