Analytical Chemist

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Job description

Johnson Matthey ('JM') is a global leader in science that enables a cleaner and healthier world. With over 200 years of sustained commitment to innovation and technological breakthroughs, we improve the function, performance and safety of our customers' products. Our science has a global impact in areas such as low emission transport, pharmaceuticals, chemical processing and making the most efficient use of the planet's natural resources. Today more than 14,000 Johnson Matthey professionals collaborate with our network of customers and partners to make a real difference to the world around us.

Under supervision, incumbent is responsible for implementation of analytical procedures in support of research, GMP production, reference material program, and stability testing. The Analytical Chemist is expected to contribute to the assigned challenges and to offer recommendations to other Johnson Matthey staff.

Key Responsibilities

* Support manufacturing campaigns and routine testing by performing sample analysis and summarizing results.
* Performs testing for qualification and re-qualification of reference materials.
* With guidance from experienced team member, performs method development activities, writes test method and method qualification/validation protocols.
* Independently carries out experiments in the laboratory.
* Under supervision, performs evaluation, qualification and transfer of analytical methods.
* Performs maintenance, calibration and some troubleshooting of the equipment and instruments.
* Stays abreast of current technology and developments with emphasis on LC and GC applications in pharmaceutical industry.
* Documents all analyses per SOPs.
* Prepares high quality written documentations (notebooks, CoTs, summary reports, and analytical procedures).
* Communicates effectively in verbal and written form on research results and plans.
* Participates in team discussions and assists in achieving team goals.
* Volunteers to assist with task not directly related to a specific project.
* Demonstrates initiative in handling responsibilities.
* Contributes to the technical growth and continuous improvement of the department and company by actively participating and supporting initiatives.
* Participates in self-development activities.
* To carry out any other duties which are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.

Are you the ideal candidate?

* High School Diploma or equivalent with 3+ years related experience in analytical development environment within pharmaceutical industry.
* BS in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent with 0+ years related experience in analytical development (R&D and method qualification/validation) environment within pharmaceutical industry.
* Experience with common analytical techniques such as: NMR, UV, KF, FTIR, HPLC, GC.
* Knowledge of MS Project.