Analytical Chemist

Job Description

Demonstrates and promotes the company vision

Regular attendance and punctuality

Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate

Organizes and conducts routine analyses independently and in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines

Documents work and maintains study documentation and laboratory records

Independently able to use and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks, while learning to perform routine and non-routine maintenance

Provides input and participates in project meetings

Performs peer review and QC review of data

Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments.

Contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude. Plans individual workload in coordination with team members

Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment

Understands data generated, and history of methods

Recognizes deviations from normal results and inform Study Director, Principal Investigator, and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data and participates in corrective action of problems

Identifies problems, determines appropriate actions, and implements solutions with support or independently as appropriate

Able to adapt to new procedures or particular needs as directed

Able to identify critical steps in an assay

Leads process improvement initiatives

Completes all required training courses

Trains and assists less experienced staff

May assist in optimizing and validating methods for a variety of matrices

Participates in client visits or calls as needed

Learns to write text for reports, methods and, or protocols

Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies

Viewed as a resource within their team

Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (Laboratory experience may be substituted for degree)

May work with potentially hazardous substances and/or radio labeled materials

Mandatory immunizations and screening as required

Expected to understand the process for handling hazardous wastes and receive on-the-job training for handling specific waste types in their job area

Will be exposed to food allergens (ex. Milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, etc.)

Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time, including working within a laboratory hood and standing at a bench top

Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment)

Overtime and weekend work as required

Will be exposed to potential food allergens