Analytical Chemist I

Analyzes samples and/or develops/validates methodologies using HPLC and or GC  for various compounds and components in compliance with SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Organizes and conducts routine analyses for compounds using HPLC, LCMS, G independently and in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines
• Documents work and maintains study documentation and laboratory records
• Independently able to use and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks, while learning to perform routine and non-routine maintenance
• Provides input and participates in project meetings
• Performs peer review and QC review of data
• Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments.
• Contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude.  Plans individual workload in coordination with team members.
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment
• Understands data generated, and history of methods.
• Recognizes deviations from normal results and inform Study Director, Principal Investigator, and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data and participates in corrective action of problems.
• Identifies problems independently.
• Able to adapt to new procedures or particular needs as directed.
• Able to identify critical steps in an assay.
• Leads process improvement initiatives.
• Completes all required training courses.
• Trains and assists less experienced staff
• May assist in optimizing and validating methods for a variety of matrices
• Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies
• Viewed as a resource within their team
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned