Scientist 1 - Fast Hire

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Position Summary:
The Quality Control Scientist I performs routine analyses and documentation of any of the following: In-Process and Finished Product samples for pharmaceutical batch Release, Stability samples or Projects within the QC Chemistry Laboratory, in a manner consistent with established standards. Supports internal development and/or manufacturing operations. Makes detailed observations & reviews, documents, and communicates test results.
Location/Division:
Cincinnati, OH

Job Functions:
" Conducts routine chemical testing of finished products, and stability samples by internally developed and compendial test methods.
" Performs validated test methods for pharmaceutical finished products for strength, impurities, identity, and characteristics by using HPLC and wet chemistry techniques.
" Recognizes and reports out-of-specification or unexpected results and non-routine analytical and product problems efficiently.
" Performs daily instrument calibrations/verifications as required.
" Clearly and accurately communicates the results of work by accurate documentation of the testing/analysis & acquired results.
" Records and reports results of analysis in accordance with prescribed lab procedures & systems.
" Prepares test solutions including diluents and mobile phases.
" Cleans and maintains work area & instrumentation
" Performs all duties in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, and Safety guidelines.
" Maintains vital compliance status required by company and facility standards.

Education/Experience:
" Bachelor s degree, or greater, in physical science, preferably in Chemistry.
" 1-2 years of experience performing chemical tests with chromatographic technique is preferred.
" Working theoretical knowledge of HPLC is required as well as practical execution.
" Equivalent combinations of education, training, & meaningful work experience may be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilites:
" Good knowledge & understanding of basic instrumental technologies and qualitative & quantitative chemical analyses.
" Awareness of quality & regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry.
" Good problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving scientific problems.
" Follow all company policies, SOPs, cGMPs, work instructions, methods & analyst guidelines.
" Demonstrates efficiency by multitasking and scheduling time to meet required workload. Actively seek additional assignments when testing in primary area of responsibility is completed.
" Takes initiative and independently pursues training and/or learning opportunities to improve personal skills and share skills with other team members.
" Shown interpersonal and communication skills (both oral & written).
" Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as determination of test reliability, analysis of variance, and correlation techniques.
" Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:
Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of 10-35 pound pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time; visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Use of:
" Safety glasses
" Safety shoes
" Lab coat
" Latex or similar gloves
" Safety apron
" Organic respirator occasionally (i.e. Surge 100)
Comments for Suppliers: M-F Flexible hours once training is complete. (7am- 10am Start). Overtime is not required but may be needed from time to time. Temp to Hire based on business needs, and performance.