Analytical Chemist II – HPLC​/GC (Temporary Contract) - Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care, Inc.

Basic Function: Reporting directly to the Department Head - Chemistry, the Analyst II will be responsible for providing basic technical support and analysis within the Cosmetic and Personal Care Product Testing Laboratory. This is a high-pressure work environment with meeting tight deadlines, multitasking on several projects for a variety of clients.

The Analyst II will have over 5 years of laboratory testing experience with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role/duties. Has handled variety of instrumentation for analytical testing and will be able to work independently with minimal/no supervision. A suitable candidate must be energetic, well-organized, self-disciplined and flexible. Excellent and efficient communication is a mandatory requirement in order to interact within the Team and with other staff members, in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining proactive, resourceful, and efficient.

A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role.

The Analyst II Expectations
:

• Proficient in operating HPLC and GC;
• Ensures that all work is carried out in compliance with company Safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/GLP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Analyze APIs and Finished products for Assay, Impurities, Identification and Limit test studies using HPLC /GC instrument with minimum supervision;
• Recognizes OOS or out of trend results and assist laboratory manager in the completion of lab investigations.
• Review technical data, documents, methods, protocols as required;
• Assisting in instrument calibration/qualification/maintenance in co-operation with Calibration Team;
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Hands on experience with analytical data acquisition software e.g. Chromeleon, e-LIMS, ETQ etc.
• Troubleshoot technical issues/ difficulties with methods and instruments;
• Perform Method Transfers and Method Validations in coordination with Dept.
  
  Head;
• Promote and maintain a safe and healthy working laboratory environment in compliance with established health and safety procedures.
• Be experienced on a number of wide variety of routine wet chemistry methods and procedures, such as Specific Gravity, Viscosity, Water Determination by KF, etc..;
• Strong interpretation of routine analysis or tests.
• Have In-depth understanding of chromatography principles, types and techniques.
• Have high troubleshooting skills, both with instruments and methods;
• Be able to write clear, attributable lab reports with minimal to no corrections;
• Be able to read, understand and interpret any type of Pharmacopoeia, including the references to general chapters;
• Be able to work under GMP guidelines, and be proficient with USP/EP/BP testing.
• Write Method Modifications and Method Review Forms in accordance with internal procedures;
• Be competent in research and study skills to learn about innovative methodologies and equipment used for problem solving and troubleshooting
• Be accountable for the integrity and traceability of all data generated and reported;
• Order necessary supplies and study materials and assist in writing procedure manuals;
• Perform other duties as assigned by Laboratory Manager.

Key Responsibilities
:

• Sample preparation and Mobile phases preparation;
• Documentation:
  Ensuring accurate reporting in lab books;
• Using a wide range of sophisticated equipment and instruments to conduct analysis and research and trouble shoot instrumentation/methods;
• Perform other departmental tasks such as cleaning, supply ordering, logbooks review;
• Perform analytical tests utilizing HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV, IR, FTIR, KF and other laboratory instruments;
• Mentoring/training junior staff members;
• Calibration and preventive maintenance of HPLC/GC etc .
• Writing SOPs;
• Ensure that work is performed in compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP), standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the current test method;
• Participation in meetings and routine Lab Support Operations, contribution to Lab Audit preparations in assistance with tasks assigned by QA and QC Management.

Education:

• A
  
  B.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or diploma in…