Position Title: Analytical Chemist - Level 1
Department: Quality Control
Reports To: Assistant Manager, QC Lab
POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Level I Analytical Chemist will perform chemical analysis of finished drug products and stability samples. The Level I analyst will work under more seasoned analysts and will be trained as needed to expand their skill set.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, or other related field
· 6mos to 1 year in Chemistry Lab preferred but new degree candidates will be considered
· Experience with laboratory equipment and procedures
· Strong math skills
· Strong computer skills including Excel Spreadsheets
· Ability to work independently

EDUCATION:

· Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, or other related field
WORK ENVIORNMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while preforming the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made by enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the daily work environment is usually moderate and can change during the business day and/or during travel to other company offices.

· The Analytical Chemist I will be trained to perform procedures using analytical instrumentation such as FTIR, UV, HPLC, GC, and AA
· Document the analytical data that is generated from the testing and perform the required calculations.
· Maintain Laboratory Notebook and Logbooks to assure data integrity
· Ensure tests are performed according to established specifications and standard test methods
· Perform instrument calibration
· Troubleshoot basic instrument problems under supervision