Associate Scientist, Raw Materials

Associate Scientist, Raw Materials

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week. No relocation is provided for this opportunity. At West, we're a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

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Job Summary:

In this role, you are responsible for executing testing for both internal and external customers in a cGMP environment. A specific focus is given to support raw materials testing for West domestic and international manufacturing sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Proficient with basic established techniques, equipment, and/or test methods while following standard operating procedures (SOPs). With guidance, assist in completing projects from initiation through completion. Actively participate in and complete all appropriate training tasks in a timely manner. Assist in preparation of work instructions, SOPs, and qualification documentation. Participate in lab investigations, OOS, and OOT as required. Meet individual and departmental goals and metrics.

Make rational and sound decisions at an individual level. Adhere to established laboratory safety procedures. Follow required cGMP regulations and internal QA procedures. Willingness to learn and apply new analytical techniques. Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Analytical Chemistry or a relevant scientific field preferred. High School Diploma required.

Work Experience:

No experience required. Experience working in a laboratory or cGMP/pharmaceutical environment preferred.

Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

cGMP / Quality Control environment. Analytical techniques such as FTIR, UV, Specific Gravity, pH, etc... Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description. Able to comply with the company's safety and quality policies at all times. Possess ability to work independently and as part of a team with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

License and

Certifications:

Travel Requirements 5%:
Up to 13 business days per year.

Physical Requirements:

Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements:

Able to routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Position operates in a professional office environment. May stand or sit for extended periods of time. Able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, read & write, speak in front of groups, express & exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures.

Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization & achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities. Read and interpret data, information and documents. Maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations. Able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize. Ability to make independent and sound judgments. Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems.

Standing in laboratory environment. Effective dexterity to operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Job-related activities that require a mental skill or ability such as communication, quick decision making, interpreting data, reading or writing, public speaking, etc.

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