Metrologist II

Description

Tris Pharma, Inc. () is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines in ADHD, spectrum disorders, anxiety, pain and addiction addressing unmet patient needs. We have >150 US and International patents and market several branded ADHD products in the U.S. We also license our products in the US and ex-US markets. We have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.

Our science and technology make us unique, but our team members set us apart; they are the engine fueling Tris’ passion and innovation. Our colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company’s success. Equally importance to each team member is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other and in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.

Our Metrology Department, located in our Monmouth Junction, NJ headquarters has an immediate need for a Metrologist II.

The Metrologist II supports Analytical laboratories by performing routine calibration and instrument performance verification, maintenance and repairs on instrumentation including, but not limited to:
High Pressure Liquid Chromatography/Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC/UPLC), ultra-violet visible spectrophotometry (UV-Vis), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR), Muffle Furnace, Viscometers, Density Meters, Melting Point, Dissolution and Autosampler, Polarimeter etc. following analytical methods, United States Pharmacopeia (USP)/National Formulary (NF) Chapters, protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and company policies.

Collaborating closely with, and under the direct supervision of laboratory management, the incumbent carries out laboratory work to support laboratory activities and performs special projects as assigned. She/he also writes and assists investigation related to instrument calibration failures or other instrument related issues.

• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies, SOPs and state, federal and local laws
• Performs routine calibration and instrument performance verification, maintenance, and repairs on more complicated instrumentation such as HPLC/UPLC, GC, H-class, UV-Vis, FTIR, Muffle Furnace, Viscometers, Density Meters, Melting Point, Dissolution and Autosampler, Polarimeter etc.;
  Performs routine daily calibration/verification checks for balances, pH meters, etc.
• Processes and reports calibration results using instrument specific data processing software;
  Documents all activities in legible manner following established formats and good documentation procedures
• Initiates, writes and assists investigation related to instrument calibration failures or other instrument related issues
• Contacts and obtains technical information from vendors or service providers
• Analyzes samples to evaluate instrumentation performance and troubleshoot instrument malfunction and/or breakdown, etc.
• Trains and mentors lower level Metrologists and assists them during routine metrology
• Safely and properly dispose of chemical waste, as needed
• Complies with all company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations
• Adheres to cGMPs and current Good Documentation Practices (cGDPs)

Bachelors in Chemistry, Engineering or related scientific field and minimum 3 years lab experience in a GMP related industry or…