Interpretation Chemist – US, Germany

Responsibilities

• Independently analyze data, perform calculations, and interpret test/control results according to written instructions.
• May assist in the interpretation of Feasibility testing, Method Development, and/ or Method Verifications.
• Works with management to ensure large studies are completed on or before the due date.
• Maintain ancillary records.
• May trend and evaluate QC data as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain LC-MS compound library and database.
• May assist with SOP, purchase specification, protocol, and work instruction creation and revisions.
• Participate in the improvement of documents, test systems, quality systems, and workflow.
• Responsible for review of paperwork for appropriateness and accuracy and taking all concerns to management as required.
• Review work of other colleagues for scientific soundness and GLP/GMP and SOP compliance.
• Helps ensure department compliance to site goals and objectives (i.e. financial, OPD, report revision).
• May be responsible for final report signing.
• In the event of test failure, may lead failure investigations identifying root cause and corrective/preventive actions.
• May be responsible for client contact with regards to unexpected testing results, project updates, and deliverables.
• Assist with Client Audits as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field, ideally with 3 years of professional experience.
• Alternatively, technical training in chemistry with at least 3 years of professional experience.
• Experience in a GLP environment as well as with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 in the field of medical devices is desirable.
• Experience handling HPLC and GC-MS instruments is an advantage.
• Experience in processing or interpreting UPLC-MS results is beneficial.
• High level of initiative and sense of responsibility.
• Strong hands‑on mentality.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Organizational talent with a structured working style.
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.