Chemist

We are seeking a talented Chemist to join the R&D team at a privately held, family-owned health and wellness company that manufactures and distributes high-quality dietary supplements based on scientific research.

• Preparation of reagent solutions for physical, chemical and microbiological testing.
• Performs various chemical, physical and microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process materials or finished products for stability and product development activities.
• Verifies the accuracy and completeness of testing and paperwork related to finished products.
• Maintains Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) at company under supervision.
• Records information necessary for GMP or thorough related investigation of testing assigned.
• Performs any other necessary job duties as assigned by Management.

Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) from four-year college or university, and minimum of one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Fundamentals of chemical reagent preparation for chemical or microbiological testing.
• Fundamentals of knowledge of basic analytical instrumentation within the R&D laboratory to include, but not limited to:
  Analytical balances, pH meters, autopipettes, volumetric glassware, autoclaves, etc.
• Working knowledge of the principles of HPLC instrumentation, software, troubleshooting and handling of analytical data is a plus.
• Ability to be trained for aseptic technique as applied to testing probiotic viability.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities under minimal supervision.
• Ability to neatly and accurately record and report analytical data.