Career Opportunities: QC Chemist II (88410)

Job Title

QC Chemist II

Organization Name

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals

Location

550 South Research Place Central Islip, NY 11722

7 Oser Ave, Hauppauge, NY 11788

Employment Type

(Hourly/ Full Time)

Full Time – Salaried/Exempt

Salary Range

(Base/ Hourly)

Benefits

 In addition to a fulfilling career and competitive salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to include a 401(k) savings plan and matching, health insurance – medical/dental/vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), paid time off (PTO) – vacation/sick/flex time, paid holidays, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), parental leave, paid and unpaid family leave, employee discounts, and other benefits

Work Hours/ Shift/ Remote

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

The job of the "Chemist" is simple described as an individual contributor who performs testing of samples of various types using various techniques or equipment in the QC laboratory. The job itself may be further modified with respect to the department, group, etc., as exemplified in the "Department" on an individual assigned basis to a sometimes-specific testing group. The role may be further modified based upon individual education, training, experience or a combination of all three.

The general duties and responsibilities of the "Chemist" include but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct routine testing or other analysis in a specific group or department setting.
• Conduct advanced testing and/or critical testing, as required.
• Operate specialized equipment or conduct specialized skill testing.
• Participate in investigation activities.
• Ensure compliance to all data integrity and cGMP practices, procedures, and expectations.
• Ensure compliance with all god documentation practices.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of the Department.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BS or BA), physical sciences preferred.
• Masters or (MS) or Doctorate (PhD)
• Proficiently speak English as a first or second language
• Proficiently communicate and understand (read and write) scientific work in English.
• Have excellent organization, learning and teaching skills required to work in teams.
• Ability to understand and analyze complex data sets.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and other scientific based software

Experience

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of Pharmaceutical QC lab experience.
• Must have a background within the Pharmaceutical industry.
• Understanding of lab equipment and QC testing techniques required.

Skills/ Competencies

• UV, HPLC, DSC, and other tests.
• Know how to use dissolution instruments.
• LIMS and Empower

Physical Requirements

• Work standing or walking unassisted for 75% or greater of an 8-hour period.
• Unassisted lifting up-to 10 kg, may be required.
• Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times, when required.
• Sitting at a desk and/or working at a computer or other “screen” 75% or greater of an 8-hour period.

Other Information

This role works in a cGMP laboratory or manufacturing environment, where personal protective equipment is required, which may include uniforms, lab coats, safety glasses, respiratory protective equipment, hearing protection, etc. Work with or around solvents, powders, or other materials commonly found in a pharmaceutical laboratory or manufacturing facility is required.

The role may be assigned on a work-shift basis, where required (Day, Evening, Night). Weekend or Holiday work may be requested or required.

No remote work available. Relocation available.