Chemist 1 & 2; 2nd Shift

Recruiter - Life Sciences at Randstad USA

Contract – Potential to last up to 12 Months, to start

Cleveland, OH

Chemist 1 PR: $20-25/hour

Chemist 2 PR: $26-30/hour

Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 2nd shift

Hours: 2:00 PM / 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Job Summary

Join a dedicated second-shift Quality Control team in a regulated GMP laboratory. We are seeking self-motivated professionals for Chemist 1 and 2 roles to perform analytical testing using HPLC and wet chemistry (IR, pH, TLC). You will ensure strict adherence to Compendial methods (USP, EP, JP) and Good Documentation Practices. Chemist 2 candidates will leverage expertise in Method Validation and Technical Writing to manage projects with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Analytical Testing: Perform testing using HPLC, IR, pH, TLC, and solubility techniques following compendial methods (USP/EP/JP).
• Quality Assurance: Conduct peer reviews of data, execute validation protocols, and investigate Out-of-Spec (OOS) results to determine root causes.
• Compliance: Verify instruments, adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Data Integrity principles, and maintain ISO/OSHA safety standards.
• Chemist 2 Duties: Draft and execute validation protocols, write technical reports, and manage larger projects independently.

Education & Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Life Science with 5+ years laboratory experience OR Associate’s degree with 10+ years experience.
• Skills: Proven experience in a GMP laboratory with HPLC and Wet Chemistry techniques.
• Chemist 1:
  Experience with at least one compendial standard (USP, EP, or JP).
• Chemist 2:
  Experience with multiple compendial standards, Method Validation, and Technical Writing.

Preferred:

• Experience with Auto Titrators and FTIR.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

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