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Reports To: Laboratory Manager
Department Name: Laboratory Operation
Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: Performs required analytical testing of customer's (pharmacies') samples (compounded medications) in accordance with established procedures.

Essential Job Functions include the following: 
(Note: other duties may be assigned.)

• Perform routine preparation of samples and reagents used for testing analysis.
  
• Perform standard testing of samples using various methods and instruments including HPLC, UV-VIS, NIR, Dissolution devices, Titrations, pH Meter, Light Scattering Particulate Matter Analysis and/or Colorimetric Endotoxin Analysis.
  
• Analyze results of testing to identify concerns or issues and discuss with supervisor as needed.
  
• Report and document results following established procedures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological sciences or related field from an accredited college or university.
  
• Able to perform calculations necessary for sample preparation.
  
• Demonstrates strong communication skills (both verbal and written.)
  
• Competent, with high quality standards, versatile and adaptable to work environment requirements.
  
• Highly efficient, accustomed to problem solving and multitasking in a deadline-driven environment.
  
• Capable to complete projects independently, but work in a team environment.
  
• Assumes responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of the completed work.
  
• Quick learner who is willing to learn and improve on the job.
  
• Must have a positive attitude, be self-motivating and dependable.
  

Work Experience

• 1 - 3 years within lab environment performing similar tasks listed in "Job Function" section - (preferred)
  

Equipment Used to Perform the Job

• Laboratory equipment including HPLC, UV-VIS, NIR, pH meter
• Standard office equipment including telephones, copiers, fax machines

Working Conditions

• Frequently requires the use of potentially hazardous chemicals and agents.
  

Physical Abilities

• Requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer monitor/terminal; visual inspection involving small details; using measurement devices.
  
• Requires frequent talking, hearing, using fingers to manipulate an object.

Reports To: Laboratory Manager
Department Name: Laboratory Operation
Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Role: Essential Job Functions include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Define, scope and implement internal projects and/or other customer defined projects.
  
• Develop UV/HPLC/GC/MS methods used to test Potency/Purity of a variety of APIs in various drug forms.
  
• Where appropriate, prove that methods used for testing Potency/Purity of various API’s are stability indicating.
  
• Develop extraction methods for various APIs contained within various drug forms including but not limited to Creams, Troches, Suppositories, Gels Ointments, Capsules, Tablets etc.
  
• Develop methods for testing the dissolution claims of various drug forms such as capsules, tablets and pellets.
  
• Validate dissolution and extraction methods using appropriate standards such as USP Chapter <1225>
  
• Establish expiration periods for standards
  
• Report on status of projects to management, while maintaining a visible project list
  
• Assist in troubleshooting production (issue) samples
  
• Author technical reports
  
• Working knowledge of regulatory and compendial guidelines concerning the establishment, validation, and documentation of test procedures.
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree (or advanced degree) in chemistry from an accredited college or university
  
• Minimum of 3 years work experience within a analytical lab setting, preferably in a GMP environment
  
• Actual Method Development experience and expertise is a must
  
• Able to perform complex calculations necessary for data analysis and solution preparation
  
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  
• Highly efficient, ability to multi-task in an environment of competing priorities
  
• Assist with establishing & maintaining safe work standards in Lab
  
• Capable to complete projects independently, but work in a team environment
  
• Independently  responsible for the driving project execution while assuring the accuracy and timeliness of the completed work
  
• Assume role of timely progress reports to senior management
  
• Must have a positive attitude, be self-motivating and dependable
  
• Takes responsibility for decisions, actions and results; demonstrates credibility and trustworthiness while producing quality results
  
• Able to balance, reprioritize and assign tasks and/or negotiate resources when needed to optimize schedules and outcomes on multiple projects managed simultaneously with minimal guidance.
  
• Author technical reports.

Metrics

• Method Development output
  
• Adherence to defined timeline
  
• Quality of Methods

Reporting

• Supervisor:  Lab Manager