Senior Analytical Chemist

Job description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
* Regular attendance and punctuality
* Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
* Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing independently in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines
* Documents work, maintains study documentation and laboratory records.
* Independently sets-up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and software, including problem identification and resolution.
* Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work
* Performs peer review and QC review of data
* Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments.
* Promotes and contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude. Plans individual workload in coordination with team members and may plan team workload in coordination with supervisors
* 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 and makes suggestions for modifications in test methods or procedures
* Able to adapt to new procedures or particular needs as directed
* Able to identify critical steps in an assay.
* Initiates, drives and implements process improvement initiatives.
* Completes all required training courses.
* Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff.
* Assists in setting up and performing optimization, and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices, and may assist in method development.
* Participates in client visits as needed, assists in communicating technical information.
* Assists in evaluation of data for incorporation into written reports.
* Writes reports, methods, protocols and SOPs, and make suggestions for modifications in test methods and procedures.
* Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies
* Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.
* Participates in new equipment and instrument assessment and qualification, as appropriate
* With supervisory assistance, assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.
* Viewed as a resource across EFII
* Performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, asking for scientific guidance as needed.
* Learn to design and independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis
* Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
* Performs other duties as assigned

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD POSSESS:

* Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
* Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
* Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies