1st Shift Analytical Development Support Chemist

*Schwarz Pharma-UCB Group is a multinational pharmaceutical company.  We strive to serve unmet medical needs by developing and marketing innovative products for specialty markets.  We are committed to providing excellent services to our customers and creating significant value for our investors.*







We are currently recruiting for a 1st Shift Analytical Development Support Chemist.  This position is primarily responsible for the analysis and laboratory support for all non-marketed products of SPMI.  This includes the analysis of approved products to meet all post-approval stability commitments according to current analytical procedures, SOPs and laboratory guidelines.  This also includes the support of manufacturing in the analysis of, process verification and validation, in-process and finished product samples according to current analytical procedures, SOPs and laboratory guidelines.







Essential Functions:

•  Perform accurate and timely analysis of pre-clinical, process verification and validation, in process and finished product samples according to current analytical procedures, SOP’s and laboratory guidelines.

• Perform accurate and timely analysis of Post-Approval stability samples according to current analytical procedures, SOPs and laboratory guidelines.

• Perform analytical method transfers with the Analytical Development group. 

• Perform laboratory equipment calibration and preventative maintenance.

• Provide well-written, accurate and timely reports regarding laboratory investigations.

• Perform all work using appropriate safety measures and follow the Chemical Hygiene Plan.

• Document all laboratory testing and maintain accurate and legible notebooks and records.

• Peer review of data, reports and notebooks.

• Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities.

• Special projects or other tasks as deemed necessary based on individual’s qualifications, business needs and Supervisor’s/Manager’s discretion.

• Assist in the evaluation and improvement of analytical procedures, SOP’s and laboratory guidelines




Training or Experience:

• Knowledge of cGMP, USP/NF and FDA Guidelines.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Able to troubleshoot analytical methods and laboratory instrumentation.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Experience with Chromatography Data Acquisition systems and Laboratory Information Systems.

• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cross-functional team.




Education:

• Degree in Chemistry or related field.  Relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.




Supervises/Manages:

• None




We offer excellent, competitive benefits – Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, 401k, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral Program, Bonus System, Flex Time, Profit Sharing, etc.




Schwarz Pharma-UCB Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free workplace.