Chemist

Job Description

Business:
Pharma Solutions

Department:
Analytical Quality Control (AQC)

Location:

Lexington

This position reports to the AQC Group Lead.

Reporting to the AQC Group Lead, the Chemist I performs testing of raw materials, in-process and finished products, and maintains and calibrates analytical instruments in compliance with cGMP standards.

• Perform routine/non-routine testing, both wet chemistry and instrumental analysis, according to SOPs, testing methods, protocols, compendia (USP EP/JP) etc. with minimum supervision
• Testing of raw materials, APIs, finished products, stability samples, and cleaning verification samples, etc.
• Document laboratory work according to GDP, cGMPs, and SOPs
• Troubleshoot, calibrate and maintain instruments as required
• Prepare and label laboratory reagents, reference standards, or solutions according to SOPs.
• Write SOP's, laboratory protocols and reports, memos and/or other interdepartmental correspondence
• Participate in laboratory investigations
• Perform peer review of analytical documentation
• Follow safety procedures when working in laboratory.
• Understand and comply with cGMPs and other regulations
• Maintain the laboratory in an organized and neat manner
• Act as backup for Material sampling activities.
• Purchasing of laboratory reagents and consumables

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or other closely related scientific field
• Minimum 1-year hands‑on experience performing quality control work within a laboratory, proficiency with HPLC/GC analysis strongly preferred
• Experience working with potent, cytotoxic materials and parenteral drug products preferred
• High level of proficiency operating all Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Detail oriented and organized
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment, supporting a continuous operation manufacturing facility
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written instructions

In the three decades of its existence, Piramal Group has pursued a twin strategy of both organic and inorganic growth.

Driven by its core values, Piramal Group steadfastly pursues inclusive growth, while adhering to ethical and values-driven practices.

Piramal Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affmittive Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We base our employment decisions on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements.

We endeavor to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, training, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions, including reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as well as individuals with needs related to their religious observance or practice.