Quality Control Analytical Chemist - Eurofins CDMO Alphora, Inc.

Position: Quality Control Analytical Chemist I - Eurofins CDMO Alphora, Inc.
Quality Control Analytical Chemist I - Eurofins CDMO Alphora, Inc.

Full-time

Compensation: CAD 58,000 - CAD 58,000 - yearly

Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures new therapeutics to improve the lives and health of patients. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides contract research & development services to global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, developing their processes and manufacturing their bulk drug substances (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients – “API’s”) as well as finished dosage products (tablets, capsules, suspensions) for supply to clinical trials and commercial requirements.

Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides a rich and technologically challenging environment with a continuing flow of interesting projects. Our employees work in close concert with clients throughout the development process to achieve their program objectives.

Eurofins CDMO Alphora is looking for a dynamic Quality Control Analytical Chemist to join our Team! The ideal candidate will:

possess a high degree of initiative

be a team player with excellent communication abilities

be comfortable in a modern, state of the art laboratory

have practical experience with HPLC, GC, KF and various wet chemistry techniques

have a strong attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of cGMP

have strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

Our Quality Control department plays a key role in ensuring Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.’s compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) to ensure the production of safe and efficacious pharmaceutical APIs on behalf of our clients and their patients. The Quality Department is responsible for providing analytical support for the API manufacturing plant including support of raw material and finished product release, in process control testing, cleaning verification and other investigations.

You will be working collaboratively with a small, dedicated team of QC chemists. Teamwork, communication and individual responsibility are key requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to obtain experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting and to work on projects related to all phases of the pharmaceutical product life cycle.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Testing of raw materials, in process controls, intermediates and finished products in support of our cGMP manufacturing operations.

Interpret and report all test results, tabulate data and generate reports as required.

Responsible to identify OOS results and assist in their investigation.

Assist in maintaining the lab in a state of compliance by performing calibration checks and performance verifications of laboratory equipment.

Work in accordance with established cGMP and safety requirements.

Perform other related duties as required.

Instrumentation

HPLC, GC, GC/Headspace, IR, KF and wet chemistry techniques are core to the role, practical experience with these techniques is a requirement.

Experience with GCMS, LCMS, Ion Chromatography or other techniques is an asset.

Qualifications

Diploma or degree in a related field (Chemistry is preferred), and relevant work experience in analytical laboratory or in a pharmaceutical or other regulated environment is an asset.

Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills coupled with a strong attention to detail.

Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

Working Conditions

This position is based in a laboratory environment; significant time spent standing at a bench or sitting in front of a computer is required.

Lab supports a 24/7 operating plant. The ability to work rotating shifts is a requirement.

Extra hours, weekends may be required. Shift and OT premiums are provided.

Travel between buildings on campus may be necessary. Valid driver’s licence and access to vehicle is preferred.

The starting annual base compensation for this position is $58,000 CAD. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Disclaimer: Salary information posted on sites other than the official careers page does not reflect the organization’s compensation and may represent estimated ranges provided by third-party job boards. The organization offers competitive wages and a comprehensive total rewards package, which will be discussed during the interview process.

This posting is for a current vacancy and the successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

Benefits

Health & dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

RRSP with 3% company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

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