Scientist I, Chemistry (2nd shift)

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Greenville, NC

16d

About The Position

The QC Scientist I performs analytical methods for moderately to complex testing on a variety of cleaning, in process, stability, and release samples in a chemistry environment within defined procedures and practices. Support internal manufacturing operations. Make detailed observations and review, documents and communicate test results; recommend solutions. Typical hours are 3:00pm - 1:30am, Tuesday through Friday, 10 Hour shift

Requirements

Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related physical/biological service field minimally required. Bachelor degree preferred.
1+ years related experience performing chemical tests with chromatographic, spectroscopic, or other analytical techniques, working knowledge of Empower is a plus.
Good knowledge and understanding of chemistry and analytical instrumental technologies.
Good knowledge of qualitative and quantitative tests.
Good knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry, including pharmaceutical GMPs.
Good problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving scientific problems.
Good interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).
Ability to apply mathematical operations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree preferred.
working knowledge of Empower is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct simple chemical and physical testing of pharmaceutical products by internally developed and compendial test methods.
Complete validated test methods for finished pharmaceutical products and traditional wet chemical testing.
Recognize and report out-of-specification or unexpected results and non-routine analytical and product problems.
Clearly and accurately communicate the results of work by documenting the testing/analysis and obtained results.
Record and report results in accordance with prescribed lab procedures and systems.
Provide communications with outside departments.
Write SOPs and other instructional documents.
Clean and organize work area, instrumentation, and testing materials.
Perform all duties in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, and Safety guidelines.
Maintain the necessary compliance status required by company and facility standards.